West Sussex - QSW - Assessment and Intervention Team

Children''s Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention TeamWest Sussex County Council - ChichesterWest Sussex County Council is seeking an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join the Assessment and Intervention Team based in Chichester. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of safeguarding practice, completing high-quality assessments and working directly with children and families to improve outcomes and reduce risk. Key DetailsLocation: Chichester, West SussexTeam: Assessment and InterventionWorking Pattern: Full-timeWorking Arrangement: Hybrid model - office-based during duty weeks with flexibility for home working. Office presence is preferred.Pay Rate: 38.00 per hour (Umbrella) - capped under MoC agreement (up to 42.00 for ASW level depending on skills and competency) Important RequirementsMinimum 3 years post-qualified experience in a permanent Children''s Social Care role within a Local Authority in EnglandMust be a car driver and willing to travel across the western area of the countyTwo detailed, practice-based references using the DfE templateMust not have worked as an agency worker in the same region within the last 3 months Role OverviewAs a Children''s Social Worker within the Assessment and Intervention Team, you will:Undertake high-quality assessments, care planning, and safeguarding interventionsIdentify and manage risk and need for vulnerable children and familiesWork to prevent family breakdown and reduce escalation into care ..... full job details .....