Social Worker

Social Worker Family Support and Safeguarding Team Assessment Team Location: Sir John Robinson Way, Arnold, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 6DA, United Kingdom Work Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week in the office Experience Required: Minimum 3 years'' Social Work experience Job Purpose We are seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join the Assessment Team within the Gedling Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The successful candidate will undertake timely assessments and safeguarding interventions, working directly with children and families to identify needs, manage risk and determine the most appropriate support and protection arrangements. You will play a key role in ensuring children are safeguarded and families receive the right support at the right time. Key Responsibilities Assessment and Case Management Undertake visits to children and families within 5 working days. Complete comprehensive and timely assessments of children and their family circumstances. Identify safeguarding concerns, assess risk and determine appropriate interventions. Work directly with children and families to understand their needs, wishes and lived experiences. Develop clear plans to address identified risks and support positive outcomes. Child Protection and Safeguarding Undertake Section 47 enquiries where there are concerns that a child may be suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm. Progress cases through the appropriate safeguarding pathways. ..... full job details .....