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Job Title:Children's Assessment & Intervention Social Worker
Location:Oldham Council
Salary:36,648 - 40,221 per annum + 2,000 retention payment
Contract:Permanent
Working Arrangements:Hybrid working
Description:
Oldham Council is looking for passionate and dedicated Social Workers to join ourAssessment & Intervention (A&I) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of safeguarding children and young people, working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where early intervention and timely decision-making are key.
We are committed to building a stable and permanent workforce, offering excellent support, manageable caseloads, and clear career progression pathways.
Responsibilities:
- Undertakestatutory assessmentsfor children and families, identifying risks and developing support plans.
- Providetimely interventionsto protect children from harm and improve their well-being.
- Work in partnership with families, professionals, and partner agencies todeliver targeted support.
- Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring high-quality social work practice in line with legislation.
- Prepare and present reports forcourt proceedings, case conferences, and multi-agency meetings.
- Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
- Qualifications:Degree in Social Work and registration withSocial Work England.
- Experience:Experience insafeguarding, child protection, or assessment and interventionpreferred.
- Skills:Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
- Knowledge:Understanding of relevantlegislation, policies, and proceduresrelating to children's social care.
- Other Requirements:Ability to travel across Oldham.
- Financial Benefits:
- 2,000 retention payment
- 500 essential car user allowance+ mileage (45p per mile)
- Up to 8,000 relocation package
- Reimbursement ofSocial Work Englandregistration fees
- Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing:
- Hybrid working(home & office)
- Flexible working& TOIL (time off in lieu)
- Freetown centre parking
- Discounted gym membership& staff discount scheme
- Wellbeing support, including a24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Career Development:
- Clearprogression pathways
- Comprehensive training & CPDopportunities
- Staff recognition & celebration events
If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on(phone number removed)or email me your CV - (url removed)
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of 350.
