Social Worker - Duty And Assessment

Locum Duty & Assessment Social Worker | Tameside | £39 P/H Are you ready for your next high-impact role in Greater Manchester? We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Duty and Assessment Team at Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive local authority offering an excellent hourly rate. The Role: Duty & Assessment Social Worker You will be responsible for the initial phase of Children's Social Care involvement, undertaking critical, timely assessments to determine risk and need. Key Responsibilities: • Responding to new referrals and conducting timely Initial Assessments and Section 47 Enquiries. • Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners (MASH, Police, Health) to gather information and inform professional judgements. • Presenting findings clearly and concisely to inform the next steps, whether that is progression to Child Protection, Child in Need, or case closure. • Maintaining accurate and high-quality records on electronic case management systems. The Offer • Pay Rate: Highly competitive rate of £39.00 per hour (Umbrella). • Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester. • Duration: Initial long-term contract with likely extension. Requirements • Must be a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) registered with Social Work England. • Proven, recent experience working within a statutory Duty & Assessment or Front Door service. • Excellent understanding of the Children Act 1989 and relevant child protection legislation. • Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex caseload and work effectively under pressure. If you are ready to secure a top-tier rate in Greater Manchester, apply today! DM me directly with your CV or contact me on [Your Phone Number] to discuss the role and arrange an immediate interview. #SocialWork #LocumSocialWorker #Tameside #GreaterManchester #DutyAndAssessment #QSW #JobOpportunity Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.