Child in Need Social Worker
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Harpurhey, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37.3k - £42.8k Annual
Full-Time
Social Worker – Families First Team (Permanent)
Location: Trafford (Local Authority)
Salary: £37,280 – £42,839 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority client in Trafford for an experienced Social Worker to join their Families First Team on a permanent basis.
The Families First Team plays a key role within Children’s Services, undertaking all initial assessments, duty responsibilities, and Child in Need (CIN) planning and intervention work. The team works closely with families at an early stage to provide support, reduce risk, and improve outcomes for children and young people.
This service is committed to maintaining a supportive working environment and places a strong emphasis on manageable caseloads, typically capped at around 20 children, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, consistent social work practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertaking Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory guidance
Managing a caseload of Child in Need cases from assessment through to closure
Carrying out duty work, including responding to referrals and safeguarding concerns
Developing and implementing Child in Need plans
Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health professionals, and other services
Engaging directly with children and families to assess needs, reduce risk, and promote positive outcomes
Ensuring accurate and timely case recording in line with local authority standardsRequirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Minimum 3 years’ permanent post-qualified experience within children’s services
Strong experience within Child in Need, assessment, and safeguarding work
Excellent communication, assessment, and analytical skills
Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressureThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured and supportive team with a clear focus on early intervention and improving outcomes for families.
Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)
£200 referral bonus for any successful referrals
£150 sign-up bonus for new candidates
Location: Trafford (Local Authority)
Salary: £37,280 – £42,839 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority client in Trafford for an experienced Social Worker to join their Families First Team on a permanent basis.
The Families First Team plays a key role within Children’s Services, undertaking all initial assessments, duty responsibilities, and Child in Need (CIN) planning and intervention work. The team works closely with families at an early stage to provide support, reduce risk, and improve outcomes for children and young people.
This service is committed to maintaining a supportive working environment and places a strong emphasis on manageable caseloads, typically capped at around 20 children, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, consistent social work practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertaking Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory guidance
Managing a caseload of Child in Need cases from assessment through to closure
Carrying out duty work, including responding to referrals and safeguarding concerns
Developing and implementing Child in Need plans
Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health professionals, and other services
Engaging directly with children and families to assess needs, reduce risk, and promote positive outcomes
Ensuring accurate and timely case recording in line with local authority standardsRequirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Minimum 3 years’ permanent post-qualified experience within children’s services
Strong experience within Child in Need, assessment, and safeguarding work
Excellent communication, assessment, and analytical skills
Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressureThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured and supportive team with a clear focus on early intervention and improving outcomes for families.
Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)
£200 referral bonus for any successful referrals
£150 sign-up bonus for new candidates
Reference: 225181022
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Child in Need Social Worker
Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Harpurhey, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37.3k - £42.8k Annual
Full-Time
Social Worker – Families First Team (Permanent)
Location: Trafford (Local Authority)
Salary: £37,280 – £42,839 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority client in Trafford for an experienced Social Worker to join their Families First Team on a permanent basis.
The Families First Team plays a key role within Children’s Services, undertaking all initial assessments, duty responsibilities, and Child in Need (CIN) planning and intervention work. The team works closely with families at an early stage to provide support, reduce risk, and improve outcomes for children and young people.
This service is committed to maintaining a supportive working environment and places a strong emphasis on manageable caseloads, typically capped at around 20 children, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, consistent social work practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertaking Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory guidance
Managing a caseload of Child in Need cases from assessment through to closure
Carrying out duty work, including responding to referrals and safeguarding concerns
Developing and implementing Child in Need plans
Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health professionals, and other services
Engaging directly with children and families to assess needs, reduce risk, and promote positive outcomes
Ensuring accurate and timely case recording in line with local authority standardsRequirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Minimum 3 years’ permanent post-qualified experience within children’s services
Strong experience within Child in Need, assessment, and safeguarding work
Excellent communication, assessment, and analytical skills
Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressureThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured and supportive team with a clear focus on early intervention and improving outcomes for families.
Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)
£200 referral bonus for any successful referrals
£150 sign-up bonus for new candidates
Location: Trafford (Local Authority)
Salary: £37,280 – £42,839 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority client in Trafford for an experienced Social Worker to join their Families First Team on a permanent basis.
The Families First Team plays a key role within Children’s Services, undertaking all initial assessments, duty responsibilities, and Child in Need (CIN) planning and intervention work. The team works closely with families at an early stage to provide support, reduce risk, and improve outcomes for children and young people.
This service is committed to maintaining a supportive working environment and places a strong emphasis on manageable caseloads, typically capped at around 20 children, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, consistent social work practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertaking Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory guidance
Managing a caseload of Child in Need cases from assessment through to closure
Carrying out duty work, including responding to referrals and safeguarding concerns
Developing and implementing Child in Need plans
Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health professionals, and other services
Engaging directly with children and families to assess needs, reduce risk, and promote positive outcomes
Ensuring accurate and timely case recording in line with local authority standardsRequirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Minimum 3 years’ permanent post-qualified experience within children’s services
Strong experience within Child in Need, assessment, and safeguarding work
Excellent communication, assessment, and analytical skills
Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressureThis is an excellent opportunity to join a well-structured and supportive team with a clear focus on early intervention and improving outcomes for families.
Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)
£200 referral bonus for any successful referrals
£150 sign-up bonus for new candidates
Reference: 225181022
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