Midlands

38 - 38 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

21/10/2026

Reference 3675

Social Worker – Emergency Duty Team – Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Location: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
Pay/Salary: up to £38 per hour
Office Working: Office Based Primarily (Interview In Person)
Contract: Locum (This role is a full-time post - 37 hours per week)

We are currently working with Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council to find an experienced Social Worker for their Emergency Duty team in Children’s Services. 

Duties

  • Participate in the Emergency Duty Team on going rolling rota, as set out for the Emergency Duty Team.
  • Respond to all requests for assistance received during the work shift in accordance with the statutory / relevant Directorate policies, procedures, eligibility criteria, guidance and within available resources.
  • Assume the delegated responsibilities and decision making that during the normal daytime services by a Team Manager.
  • Be responsible for the organisation and planning of work during the working shift according to agreed practice.
  • Undertake the appropriate assessments in relation to the Directorates’ duties to both Children and Adults.
  • Liaise and work with all corporate staff, other professionals and partner agencies to achieve optimal outcomes for all service users.

What you need

  • Social Work Qualification
  • Social Work England registration
  • Enhanced DBS (provided by us)

Why use us?

At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you are someone we get to know, creating a personal job search that is as individual as you are. Our expert team are trained to ensure that your needs are met, our compliance procedures are quick and efficient, while making sure you find the job you really want.

If you are interested in this Social Work role in the EDT in Dudley, give Emily Cooper a call on 07745200325 or email ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com

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