Social Worker - Assessment

Social Worker – Duty and Assessment Service | Herefordshire County Council

Position: Social Worker
Team: Duty and Assessment
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £35,235 – £39,513 per annum + £5,000 market rate supplement + £10,000 welcome payment (subject to guidance) + full benefits package
Location: Hereford
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Full-time, flexible hybrid

Contact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com

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Herefordshire County Council are looking for experienced Social Workers to join their Duty and Assessment Service. This is a fast-paced frontline service where no two days are the same, providing an opportunity to make a real difference at the first point of contact with children and families. The council is committed to supporting its workforce through strong leadership, structured supervision and an excellent benefits package.

What You Can Expect:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

• Market rate supplement of £5,000 per year

• £10,000 welcome payment for experienced Social Workers joining the team

• Relocation package support of up to £10,000

• Ongoing CPD with protected time and budget to develop your career

• A supportive and collaborative team culture with clear progression pathways

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake duty and assessment work for children and families referred to the service

• Complete timely child and family assessments in line with statutory timescales

• Identify risks, needs and protective factors to inform decision making and planning

• Work with children, parents and carers to create effective plans that ensure safety and wellbeing

• Manage a varied caseload, prioritising effectively in a high-paced environment

• Prepare reports and present evidence for court and child protection conferences

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health and police

Requirements:

• SWE Registration

• Recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

• Post-qualified experience within assessment, safeguarding or frontline services

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong analytical and decision-making skills

• Experience of multi-agency working and attending statutory meetings

• Resilience, flexibility and a child-centred approach

Benefits Include:

• Market rate supplement of £5,000 per year

• £10,000 welcome payment for experienced Social Workers

• Relocation package support of up to £10,000

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Professional development with protected time and budget

• Clear career progression pathways

• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 10 more days

• Flexible working options, including job-share, part-time and home working

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling support

• Payment of professional membership fees

• “Pick your perks” access to retail, holiday and health discounts

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If you’re ready for a challenging but rewarding role where you’ll be at the frontline of making a difference for children and families – this is the opportunity for you.

Apply today or contact Emily Cooper for more information – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com