Trafford - QSW - Emergency Duty Team
Trafford Council is currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to support their Emergency Duty Team.
Location: TALBOT ROAD
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Notes :
- The shifts in EDT are Mon-Thursday 4:30pm-Midnight then on call from midnight to 8:30am
- Weekends [No more than two a month for any worker] are Saturday 8:30-4:30pm - 4:30pm-Midnight-Midnight on call until 8:30 Sunday. Then repeat of this for Sunday until 8:30am Monday
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a responsive out-of-hours statutory social work service across Children's Services, Adult Social Care and Mental Health.
- Deliver urgent interventions for vulnerable children, families and adults, including safeguarding and crisis situations that cannot wait until the next working day.
- Undertake the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) role, completing Mental Health Act assessments and coordinating lawful decision-making.
- Respond promptly to mental health crises, safeguarding concerns and homelessness emergencies, ensuring safe and proportionate risk management.
- Make independent decisions in high-risk situations, balancing legal duties, professional judgement and least-restrictive practice.
- Work on a rota covering evenings, weekends and bank holidays, ensuring Trafford meets statutory responsibilities 24/7.
- Carry out emergency safeguarding enquiries, including investigating allegations of abuse or neglect and implementing immediate protection plans.
- Arrange emergency placements and support, including foster care, residential care or community-based alternatives.
- Collaborate with police, health professionals, housing and partner agencies to deliver coordinated crisis responses.
- Maintain accurate, timely case recording and documentation in line with legislation, policies and procedures.
- Ensure practice reflects current legislation and guidance, including the Care Act, Children Act, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
- Contribute to a resilient, flexible and high-performing out-of-hours service, supporting colleagues and sharing expertise.
Essential Requirements:
- Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
- At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
- Social Work England Registration
- Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Yug Vaishnav at or call on 020 4574 3378.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
- DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
- Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
- Bonus for finding your own job
- Twice weekly payroll
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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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