Social Worker - Duty & Assessment (AST)

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment (AST) | Staffordshire (Multiple Locations)
Location: Staffordshire - Stafford, South Staffs, Cannock, Newcastle, Moorlands
Rate: £38-£40 per hour (flexibility for experienced candidates)
Contract: Locum / Ongoing
We are supporting Staffordshire County Council (SCC) with a recruitment campaign to cover current vacancies and posts impacted by sickness across several teams. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Social Workers to join well-supported services with competitive rates and flexibility for the right candidates.

📍 Current Opportunities

Stafford - AST x2
South Staffs - AST x2
Cannock - Duty x1, AST x1
Newcastle - Duty x1, AST x2
Moorlands - AST x2, Duty x3

💼 Role Overview

You will be working within Duty or Assessment (AST) teams, managing a varied caseload and undertaking key statutory responsibilities, including:

Completing assessments and risk management
Managing duty responsibilities, including referrals and safeguarding concerns
Undertaking care planning and reviews
Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners
Ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice standards

✅ Requirements

Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
Registered with Social Work England
Proven experience in Children's or Adult Services within Duty/Assessment settings
Strong assessment, safeguarding and case management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced statutory environment

🌟 Why Join SCC?

Whilst working with Staffordshire County Council, you'll benefit from:

Access to training and professional supervision
Access to Vivup benefits platform - discounts on retail, restaurants, gyms and more
Supportive team structures and manageable caseloads

🚀 Why Work with Caritas?

Choose Caritas as your career partner for…

Competitive rates of pay
Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide
Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information
Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
Post-placement follow up meetings
Subsidised training
Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300
DBS Check
CV writing service, interview technique coaching

📞 Interested?

To find out more or to apply, contact:
Chris Tuckwell
📱 (phone number removed)
📧 (url removed)
Or refer someone you know for £300!

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy