Social Worker required for work within the Initial Response Team based in Plymouth in Devon. Competitive rates of pay £48ph. 3 month minimum contract with opportunity to extend. Close to the beautiful beaches of South Devon with good transport links via the A38 to M5..

When an enquiry meets the statutory threshold for assessment of need and/or risk, this service will undertake the necessary assessments, working in partnership with children, young people and families and with other agencies who are connected. This is a short-term intervention service, which may lead to legal safeguarding intervention or onward referral to the Children's Social Work Team for further support, assessment and activity

Candidates will be managing a diverse and complex caseload within deadlines. Constant contact within all teams of the Children's & Families Social Care and external agencies to address children's and their families needs with best possible outcomes. Communication with line managers identifying professional development and training that would be beneficial personally and to the team as a whole.

You will be undertaking single assessments, including the visits, intervention and relationship building that goes alongside this. We have high expectations of our social workers and managers and high aspirations for our children and families.

Ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK

As an Eden Brown Synergy candidate, you can take advantage of our competitive service offering: * Dedicated personal and professional service. * Free DBS check. * CV review service. * Interview advice. * Competitive rates of pay. * Post-placement follow up meetings.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Care roles in the South please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on (phone number removed)/(phone number removed) or email your CV to:

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer