About the Role
Peterborough City Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Assessment Service, working with children, young people, and families to identify needs, manage risks, and deliver positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker with at least one year's post-qualification experience to make a real difference in children's lives.
Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, PE2 8TY
Rate: £39.00 per hour (Umbrella rate)
Contract: Temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week
Office Requirements: Minimum of 2 days per week office-based
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake assessments of children and families to identify needs, strengths, and risks.
- Develop and implement effective plans to safeguard children and improve outcomes.
- Build positive and constructive relationships with children, young people, families, and carers.
- Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals to deliver coordinated support.
- Manage a varied and complex caseload, exercising sound professional judgement and decision-making.
- Complete statutory assessments, interventions, reports, and case recordings in line with legislation and local procedures.
- Participate in regular supervision and professional development activities.
- Promote the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people at all times.
About You
- Holds a recognised Social Work qualification.
- Is registered with Social Work England.
- ASYE completed with at least 3 years' permanent experience as a statutory Children's Social Worker.
- A full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
- Has experience working with children and families within statutory services.
- Demonstrates strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
- Can confidently manage risk and make evidence-based decisions.
- Is committed to delivering child-centred practice and achieving positive outcomes.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and families and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
