Assessment Social Worker
🌟 Join the Team as a Social Worker - Make a Real Difference in Children's Lives 🌟
Location: Surrey
Rate: Up to £42ph
Contract Type: Full-time, Locum
Are you passionate about supporting children and families to thrive? Do you want to work in a dynamic, supportive environment where your skills and compassion can truly make a difference? Surrey County Council is looking for dedicated and motivated Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding teams.
💼 About the Role
As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will play a vital role in promoting the welfare of children and supporting families to make positive changes. You will work in partnership with families, using motivational interviewing and strength-based approaches to assess needs, reduce risks, and develop SMART plans that lead to better outcomes.
You will be part of a team that values reflective supervision, collaborative working, and continuous professional development.
🛠Key Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments and develop care plans in partnership with children and families.
- Lead child protection investigations and support families through change.
- Work with partners to deliver integrated support and monitor progress.
- Initiate legal proceedings when necessary to safeguard children.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with best practice.
- Promote the voice of the child in all aspects of planning and decision-making.
🎓 About You
We're looking for someone who is:
- A qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and registered with Social Work England.
- Experienced in working with children and families in a statutory setting.
- Skilled in motivational interviewing and strength-based practice.
- Knowledgeable about UK child care law and safeguarding procedures.
- A strong communicator with excellent partnership working skills.
- Committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
✅ What We Offer
- A supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.
- Access to Surrey's employee benefits including pension scheme, travel discounts, and wellbeing support.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming lives across Surrey.
Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
