Social Worker - Assessment

Team: Duty and Assessment
Contract: Locum – 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: Up to £38 per hour
Location: Wigan Council

Sheldon Phillips are working with Wigan Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Duty and Assessment service. The Duty service is made up of 5 main duty teams plus a Duty Academy. Social Workers are on Duty one week in five, supported by a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner and Senior Social Worker. This is a fast-paced and varied role where you will use your assessment and intervention skills to safeguard children and families at the earliest stage of support.

What You Can Expect:

  • Work on a 5-week duty cycle, covering duty just 1 week in every 5.

  • Strong management support, with Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner and Senior Social Worker oversight.

  • A variety of cases with clear transfer points for long-term teams.

  • A fast-paced and collaborative environment, with scope to apply creative thinking to complex situations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Carry out assessments and interventions at the point of referral.

  • Manage a caseload with varying levels of complexity within statutory frameworks.

  • Transfer cases at key milestones (ICPC, first CLA review, PLO meeting, CIN meeting).

  • Work directly with children and families to develop sustainable plans and solutions.

  • Apply strong analytical skills to assess risk and make evidence-based decisions.

  • Collaborate with partner agencies to promote positive outcomes.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.

Requirements:

  • SWE Registration.

  • Social Work qualification.

  • Post-qualified experience in Duty, Assessment, or Locality services.

  • Knowledge of safeguarding, legislation, and statutory frameworks.

  • Strong assessment, risk analysis and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-structured service where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding children and supporting families at the very first stage of intervention.

Contact Emily Cooper today to apply or find out more 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com