Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment Team
Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Are you a proactive and dedicated Social Worker with a passion for frontline safeguarding? Dudley Council is looking for an enthusiastic Social Worker to join our dynamic Assessment Team!
At Dudley Council, we're deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children and young people in our borough. Our Assessment Team is the first point of contact for new concerns, playing a critical role in identifying risk, assessing need, and ensuring children receive the right support from the outset.
The Role
As a Social Worker in the Assessment Team, you'll manage a varied caseload of new referrals and initial assessments. Your key responsibilities will include:
Responding to new referrals concerning children and young people, assessing immediate safety and welfare needs.
Undertaking comprehensive assessments, including Child in Need (CIN) assessments and Section 47 Child Protection Enquiries.
Gathering and analysing complex information from children, families, and a wide range of professionals to inform your assessments and recommendations.
Making crucial safeguarding decisions and developing immediate safety plans where necessary.
Working to statutory timescales, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
Collaborating effectively with multi-agency partners, including police, health, education, and early help services, to achieve best outcomes for children.
Maintaining accurate, analytical, and timely electronic case records in compliance with statutory requirements and Dudley Council policies.
Identifying appropriate pathways for ongoing support, whether that's transfer to a long-term team, a CIN plan, or signposting to universal services.
About You
We're looking for a highly motivated and analytical Social Worker with:
A recognised Social Work qualification.
Current registration with Social Work England.
Minimum 3 years post qualifying experience working with children and families in a social care setting, with direct experience in an assessment or duty team being highly desirable.
A strong understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
Excellent assessment, risk analysis, and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly and work effectively under pressure.
The ability to manage a demanding caseload efficiently and prioritise tasks.
A commitment to child-centred practice and upholding the highest safeguarding standards.
A full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use (or ability to travel efficiently around the borough).
What We Offer
The opportunity to work in a frontline, impactful service where your decisions make a direct difference.
A supportive and collaborative team environment with regular, high-quality supervision.
Excellent opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
Access to a range of employee benefits (details available upon request).
Why Dudley Council?
Dudley Council is dedicated to providing outstanding services for our children and families. We foster a supportive culture where our social workers are valued, invested in, and empowered to deliver the best possible care. Join us and be part of a team committed to safeguarding children and strengthening our communities.
Apply Now
If you are a passionate and skilled Social Worker ready for your next rewarding challenge in a vital frontline service, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Fahmida Ahmed on 07441 927663 or .
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