Assessing Social Worker

At Mikare, we are committed to delivering high-quality residential family assessments that place children at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team works collaboratively with families and professionals to provide robust, evidence-based assessments that support informed decision-making and promote the best possible outcomes for children. We are looking for an experienced, compassionate and motivated Assessing Social Worker to join our team at Ashcombe House, our Residential Family Assessment Centre. About the Role As an Assessing Social Worker, you will play a key role in completing comprehensive parenting and family assessments for families residing at Ashcombe House. Working within the National Minimum Standards (2013), you will gather, analyse and interpret information to produce high-quality assessments that inform care planning and court proceedings. Managing a caseload of up to three families, you will work closely with our Social Work Assistants, Family Support Workers and wider multidisciplinary team to ensure assessments are thorough, balanced and focused on achieving the best outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities You will: Complete evidence-based parenting and family assessments throughout residential placements. Manage a caseload of up to three families. Produce high-quality interim and final assessment reports with clear analysis and professional recommendations. Prepare, co-work and quality assure weekly summary reports, identifying progress, ..... full job details .....