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Are you a dedicated and passionate Qualified Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity in Northamptonshire? We are seeking a Duty & Assessment QSW to join our dynamic team, where you will play a critical role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in our community. This position offers the chance to make a real difference while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As a Duty & Assessment QSW, your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting initial assessments and investigations in response to referrals. Working closely with families to identify their needs and develop appropriate support plans. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective service delivery. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation. Providing advice and support to social care staff and other professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (BA/MA in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registered with Social Work England. Proven experience in child protection and assessment work. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

Access to ongoing training and career progression opportunities. Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. Supportive supervision and peer mentoring. Generous annual leave entitlement and employee assistance programs.

If you are ready to take the next step in your social work career and make a meaningful impact in Northamptonshire, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in our mission to empower families and enhance the lives of children in our community.

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Northamptonshire's Children's Trust Looking for Social Worker for their Duty & Assessment Team

Payrate: -£38.00 p/h Umbrella

Location: - One Angel Square, NN1 1ED

Role Overview:
The Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) is the frontline service and single point of contact for all safeguarding concerns relating to children and young people in Northamptonshire. DAAT works closely with the MASH service to ensure timely and effective response to referrals.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the first point of contact for all safeguarding concerns in the catchment area.Receive referrals from MASH and manage the onward assessment and allocation of cases.Conduct prompt assessments and visits:Children in Need (CIN) cases: visits within 5 days.Child Protection (CP) cases: visits within 24 hours, same day if possible.Ensure all children and families are seen and supported promptly.Manage a capped caseload (up to 35 cases, typically 25-30), adjusting workloads as necessary.Develop long-term relationships with families, often handling multiple children per family while managing a limited number of families.Maintain accurate case records and documentation in line with statutory requirements and service standards.Participate in a structured 6-week duty cycle, including full weeks in the office during duty weeks.Be local and available for home visits within allocated areas (e.g., Daventry, Northampton Central, Corby).Collaborate with colleagues across six teams within DAAT, including Team Managers, Advanced Practitioners, Social Workers, Newly Qualified Social Workers, and Family Support Workers.Engage in professional development and training opportunities, with support for locums to access permanent staff training allocations.Contribute to a supportive, stable team environment with experienced management and peer support.

Service Expectations:

Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to ensure child safety and well-being.Adapt to varying caseloads and geographic allocations while maintaining high-quality practice.Promote safeguarding and child-cantered practice in all interactions.

Essential Requirements:

Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalentAt least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's servicesSocial Work England RegistrationDriving 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 SynergyReferral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to usBonus for finding your own jobTwice weekly payroll

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