About the Role
🔷 <strong>Duty Social Worker – Children’s Services (Agency)</strong> <br><br>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> St Helens<br> 💼 <strong>Contract:</strong> Agency / Locum<br> 💰 <strong>Rate:</strong> £39 per hour<br> 🕒 <strong>Full-Time | Duty 1 week in 4</strong><br> <br><strong>Make an Impact at the Front Door of Children’s Services</strong> St Helens is looking for an experienced <strong>Duty Social Worker</strong> to join their team on an agency basis. This is a key role working at the <strong>frontline of safeguarding</strong>, where your decisions and interventions will have an immediate and meaningful impact on children and families.<br> <br><strong>About the Role</strong><ul><li>Work within a <strong>duty and assessment function</strong>, responding to new referrals and safeguarding concerns</li><ul><li>Undertake <strong>timely assessments</strong> to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children</li><li>Manage a <strong>caseload of approximately 23</strong>, allowing for focused and effective practice</li><li>Participate in a <strong>duty rota (1 week in every 4)</strong>, ensuring a balanced workload</li><li>Work collaboratively with <strong>multi-agency partners</strong> to make informed safeguarding decisions</li><li>Produce high-quality assessments and plans in line with statutory requirements</li></ul></ul><strong><br>Why This Role?</strong> ✅ Competitive <strong>£39 per hour</strong> rate<br> ✅ <strong>Structured duty rota</strong> – only 1 in 4 weeks on duty<br> ✅ <strong>Manageable caseloads (23)</strong><br> ✅ Supportive team environment<br> ✅ Opportunity to work in a well-established local authority<br> <br><strong>About You</strong> ✔ Qualified Social Worker with <strong>Social Work England registration</strong><br> ✔ Strong experience in <strong>duty, assessment, or safeguarding teams</strong><br> ✔ Confident in <strong>risk assessment and decision-making</strong><br> ✔ Skilled at working in a <strong>fast-paced frontline environment</strong><br> ✔ Excellent communication and report writing skills<br> <br>🚀 <strong>Ready to step into a pivotal frontline role and make an immediate difference?</strong><br> Apply now or get in touch today to secure your next contract.