Qualified Social Worker – Assessment Team - Families First Programme

Somerset Council | Yeovil
12-Month Contract | Full Time

PAYE: £28.41 per hour
Limited/Umbrella: £38.00 per hour

Hoop Social Work are recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Somerset Council's Assessment Team based in Yeovil.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a newly established team as part of Somerset Council's Families First Programme, helping to deliver positive outcomes for children and families through timely assessments and effective intervention.

The team is committed to providing high-quality, child-centred practice, and you'll be supported within a collaborative environment as part of this exciting transformation programme.

Location: Brympton Way, Yeovil, BA20 2HT

Working Pattern:

• Full-time (37 hours per week)

• 12-month agency contract

• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely

Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing Child and Family Assessments

• Undertaking statutory visits and direct work with children and families

• Assessing risk and identifying appropriate interventions

• Working closely with partner agencies to safeguard children

• Producing high-quality assessments, reports and care plans

• Managing a varied caseload while ensuring children remain at the centre of all decision-making

To apply for this role, you will need to hold:

• A minimum of 6 months' experience working in the UK as a registered Social Worker

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)

• Current registration with Social Work England

• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

• The ability to provide 3 years of referencing

• A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

Why register with Hoop Social Work?

• Over 20 years' experience recruiting within the social work sector

• A specialist recruitment agency with opportunities across South West England and Wales

• Access to exclusive roles and vacancies before they are advertised elsewhere

• Choice of PAYE or Umbrella payroll to suit your preferences

• Twice-weekly payroll

• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your contract

• Strong relationships with Local Authorities across South West England and Wales

• £200 referral bonus for every successful friend or colleague you recommend

• Wellbeing support and thoughtful extras, including birthday gifts

• Dedicated compliance and DBS support to make the onboarding process as smooth as possible

Given the nature of this role, we can only consider applications from candidates with a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available, so please only apply if you meet these criteria.

Interested?

Contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Social Work on 02922 400519 for a confidential, informal discussion about this opportunity.