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Locum Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention (Southend)
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 38 - 38 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Southend-On-Sea, Essex
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Locum Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention (Southend) 🌟
Rate: £38 per hour | Location: Southend-on-Sea | Contract: Locum | Start: ASAP
For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - (phone number removed) g.bridgman @ (url removed)
Southend-on-Sea City Council is looking for a skilled and motivated Locum Social Worker to join their Assessment and Intervention Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced frontline service supporting children and families from initial referral through to planning interventions.
🔹 Key Responsibilities:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.
Carry out timely interventions, planning, and reviews to ensure children's safety and well-being.
Prepare clear and analytical reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
Engage in multi-agency working, attend strategy discussions, and contribute to care planning.
Work with families to build resilience and reduce risk using strengths-based and relationship-focused practice.
🔹 Essential Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
Minimum of 2 years' frontline experience in assessment and intervention or similar teams.
Must have access to a car and hold a full UK driving licence.
Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, thresholds, and statutory guidance.
🔹 Additional Information:
Rate: £38 per hour (umbrella)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, full-time
Flexible/hybrid working available, depending on service needs
Enhanced DBS required
Start Date: ASAP
Be part of a supportive and driven team committed to safeguarding children and making a real difference.
For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - (phone number removed) g.bridgman @ (url removed)
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