Children's Social Worker

Description

Warrington Council is seeking a dedicated and skilled Social Worker to join our Children's Duty Team. This well-established and supportive team plays a critical role in providing timely and effective responses to children and families in need. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment while making a meaningful impact.

The role requires a flexible working arrangement, with one full week based in the office out of every two and at least two days in the office during the alternate week.

• Respond promptly to referrals, assessing risks, and determining appropriate interventions.
• Conduct child and family assessments, ensuring their needs and safety are prioritised.
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and other agencies to develop and implement effective care and support plans.
• Ensure all statutory duties and responsibilities are fulfilled in line with relevant legislation and guidance.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in accordance with legal and organisational standards.

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: Proven experience in statutory children's social work, including safeguarding and risk assessment.
• Skills: Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Checks: Five years of references, including verification of employment history and compliance with DfE Recommendation Questions.
• Flexibility: Ability to travel to the office as required, in line with the hybrid working arrangement.

• A supportive and settled team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.
• A chance to work in a forward-thinking local authority committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email me your CV -

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.

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work!
• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.