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Senior Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention
Job Posted: 24 days ago
Salary: £ 40 - 42 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Expire in: 4 days
Job Description
About the Role
Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a newly established Assessment and Intervention Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot team sitting within MASH, designed to transform how families are supported at the earliest stage.
The team has been developed in line with the Family First Partnership Programme, with a clear focus on:
Early intervention
Reducing escalation into statutory social work teams
Supporting families promptly and effectivelyYou will play a key role in standing up and shaping the IFD Assessment Team, helping to build a responsive service that alleviates pressure on teams managing high caseloads.
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote
Hours: 37 hours per week (30 hours / 4 days considered)
Rate: Up to £42 per hour (Umbrella)
Key Responsibilities
Undertake assessments and direct work with families within a fast-paced environment
Carry out visits and interventions to support early help and prevent escalation
Work collaboratively within MASH and multi-agency settings
Support the development and implementation of this new pilot model
Maintain accurate, high-quality case recording and decision-making
Contribute to reducing demand across statutory social work services
About You
Proven experience working within an Assessment & Intervention (A&I) team
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, front-door / MASH environment
Confident decision-making and risk management capability
Excellent communication and partnership-working skills
Why Join Suffolk?
Be part of an innovative pilot team shaping future service delivery
Opportunity to influence early intervention models at a strategic level
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Competitive hourly rate and flexible working option
If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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