Our client, a Greater Manchester Council, is seeking a Children's Social Worker to join their Referral & Assessment Team.

Fantastic payrate of £37 per hour!

Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

• The provision of a purposeful, professional social work service to appropriate clients, including a diagnosis, assessment and treatment of their needs and problems in accordance with statutory requirements and Departmental Policies.
• To contribute to the planning and development of the Team’s and the Department’s Referral and Assessment Services as required and as appropriate.
• To participate in the organisation and administration of the work of the post so that the job of providing the service gets done.
• To provide management information to assist in the setting, implementing and monitoring of the Department’s strategies and services.
• To contribute to the allocation of the work of the Team.
• To participate in providing a generic duty service to all office visitors.
• To undertake Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiries, initial child and family needs assessments and short term interventions.
• To work directly with clients using a range of social work knowledge, skills, methods and techniques.
• To undertake office duty which involves the provision of generic advice and information to all office callers.
• To arrange services and screen referrals which require further assessment.
• To undertake Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiries in accordance with the Child Concern Handbook for Safeguarding Children.
• To work within the Courts, taking statutory action when necessary to protect a child, including Emergency Protection Order applications and initiation of Care Proceedings.
• To undertake initial child and family needs assessments (integrated with section 47 enquiries when appropriate) in accordance with the “Children In Need” Policy and Procedural Document.
• To complete enquiry and assessment reports reaching conclusions on child and family needs and services.
• To undertake short term social work intervention to assist children and families.

Requirements of this role:

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience

Benefits of working through Reed, include:

• Complete initial and core assessments for children and families in line with statutory requirements.
• Undertake Section 47 child protection enquiries and contribute to strategy discussions.
• Develop and implement child-centered care plans that promote safety, stability, and well-being.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated interventions.
• Prepare and present reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and local policies.
• Engage with families to build trust and promote positive change through early intervention and support.

Does this role interest you? Apply today!