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Qualified Social Worker | Duty and Assessment

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United Kingdom , Rochdale

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34.00 - 35.00 GBP / Hour
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Job Description:

Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services? We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Rochdale area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.

Job Responsibility:

  • Responding to new referrals from professionals and members of the public
  • Signposting people to other agencies or completing an assessment of need, investigating allegations so that children/young people are protected from harm
  • Managing a varied and complex caseload
  • Undertaking Court Work
  • Writing concise, fit-for-purpose reports/court statements
  • Working well within a team and with external agencies

Requirements:

  • Experience of working in a 'Children's Duty and Assessment' team (desirable)
  • SWE registration
  • BSc Social Work or equivalent
What we offer:
  • Hybrid Working
  • A dedicated consultant - one point of contact
  • Ongoing CPD/Training via our e-learning online portal
  • Weekly payroll
  • Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
  • Up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Expiration:
May 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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