We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Emergency Duty Service within a Local Authority in the Southwest.

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES

About the role

This team is the Local Authorities Out of Hours first point of contact for anyone who is concerned about the immediate safety of a child, young person or vulnerable adult.

The Emergency Duty Service (EDS) team predominately undertake a range of assessments and interventions, with much of this work being Child Protection assessments and Mental Health Act assessments.

Key responsibilities of the role are instigating timely investigations, promote positive outcomes, prepare and submit court applications, represent the Council, ensuring the protection and welfare of all children and vulnerable adults.

About you

It is essential you have a degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and to be registered with Social Work England.

A minimum of 2 years within Child Protection or in a Mental Health setting will be necessary to be considered.

If you have a HCPC Registration OR hold an Approved Mental Health Award (AMPH), that would be highly desirable, but no essential.

What's on offer?

• Excellent salary up to £51,515 per annum (depending on experience)


• 28 Days annual leave


• Hybrid/flexible working


• Learning and Development opportunities


• Local government pension scheme

Job type: Full-time / Permanent

For more information, please get in contact:

Sarah Tomlin - 07425 728375

stomlin@charecruitment.com