Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Team

Barnet | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working

Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Duty & Assessment Team. This is a fast-paced frontline role where you will complete timely assessments, respond to safeguarding concerns, and ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

Working within a supportive team environment, you will undertake Section 47 enquiries, Child and Family Assessments, and short-term interventions, making clear, evidence-based decisions to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Manage a busy duty caseload, responding to new referrals and safeguarding concerns
• Complete Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales
• Undertake Section 47 investigations and risk assessments
• Develop clear, outcome-focused plans to ensure children’s safety and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
• Present cases at strategy meetings and child protection conferences
• Maintain accurate and high-quality case recordings

What You’ll Need:

• Social Work England Registration
• Social Work Qualification
• At least 3 years’ experience in children’s social care
• Strong experience within Duty & Assessment / Front Door services
• Confident decision-making and risk management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced statutory environment

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Team role in Barnet, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

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