Qualified Social Worker - Duty & Assessment
V49109586
£35 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Bury, Greater Manchester
Social Care
Posted 2 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
📍 Location: North Manchester (Greater Manchester)
💷 Pay Rate: £35 per hour
📄 Contract Type: Agency | Full-Time
Are you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker ready for your next challenge in a fast-paced frontline service? We're looking for committed professionals to join a dedicated Duty & Assessment team in North Manchester, where your work will have a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable children and their families.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and collaborative team, delivering early interventions and safeguarding services at the critical point of first contact.
🔍 About the Role In this role, you’ll be the first point of professional contact for children and families referred to social care. You will:
- Complete timely and effective Child & Family Assessments
- Respond to new referrals, ensuring children’s needs are assessed quickly and accurately
- Work closely with partner agencies including police, education, and health services
- Make decisions and take action to safeguard and promote welfare
- Plan and coordinate interventions for children in need or at risk
- Ensure all work complies with statutory timescales and best practice standards
- Support step-down to early help services where appropriate
👤 Who We’re Looking For
You will be:
- A Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
- Experienced in Duty & Assessment, Child Protection, CIN, and Court Work
- Able to demonstrate strong risk assessment and analytical skills
- Skilled in preparing high-quality reports for court and case reviews
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-agency environment
- Proactive, resilient, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for children
- Able to work independently while contributing to a supportive team culture
✅ Key Skills & Experience
- Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience in children’s social care
- Confident in direct work with children and families
- Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation and statutory responsibilities
- Skilled in engaging families, managing complex cases, and navigating court processes
- Committed to continuous improvement and reflective practice
🤝 Why Join Pertemps?
- A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
- Fast, online registration
- Weekly payroll – prompt and reliable
- Referral schemes and additional incentives
- Ongoing support with compliance and career progression
📍 Easily Commutable From: Manchester, Salford, Oldham, Rochdale, Trafford, Bury, Stockport, Altrincham, Bolton, Ashton-under-Lyne, Middleton, Eccles, Stretford, Irlam, Harpurhey, Longsight, Warrington, Runcorn, Chester, Macclesfield, Huddersfield, Liverpool, Wirral, Bradford – and surrounding areas.
If this role isn’t right for you, refer a friend or colleague and earn a generous referral bonus! 💸
📞 Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more information. 👇
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