Children's SW - Assessment Team - Somerset

Reference: 671145

An experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker is sought to join an Assessment Team supporting children, young people and their families. This is an opportunity to undertake meaningful statutory work, helping to promote positive outcomes and ensure that children’s needs, wishes and feelings remain at the centre of every decision.

You will manage a varied caseload, completing timely and thorough assessments in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures. Your responsibilities will include responding to referrals, undertaking child and family assessments, identifying risk and protective factors, and developing appropriate plans to safeguard and support children. You will work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, health professionals, police and other partner agencies to coordinate effective services.

The role will involve preparing detailed reports, maintaining accurate case records and presenting information at meetings, reviews and legal proceedings where required. You will be expected to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns, make sound professional judgements, and escalate risks appropriately. Building positive relationships with children and families will be essential, including engaging those who may be reluctant or difficult to reach.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have substantial experience of working with children and families within a statutory setting, with knowledge of assessment, child protection procedures, care planning and relevant legislation. Experience within a frontline assessment service would be highly advantageous.

You will need excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure. A reflective, strengths-based approach and a commitment to anti-discriminatory practice are essential. You must be able to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team and be willing to participate in supervision, professional development and service improvement activity.

This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and families while developing your professional practice in a supportive and collaborative environment.

From £38.00
Per hour
Added 14/11/2026
Reference: 671145

Children's SW - Assessment Team - Somerset

Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Families

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