Assessment Social Worker
CV-LibraryWigancontractPosted: 24 March 2026
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Wigan Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Duty and Assessment team on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for a confident practitioner who can manage fast-paced frontline work, complete robust assessments, and make sound decisions to safeguard children and support families at the earliest stage.
This role would suit a Social Worker with solid frontline statutory experience, strong assessment skills, and the ability to work decisively within a busy Duty and Assessment setting.
Role Overview
As part of the Duty and Assessment team, you will be responsible for completing timely assessments, responding to referrals, and making clear recommendations to ensure children and families receive the right level of support and intervention. You will need to be confident in managing risk, engaging families, and working closely with partner agencies to deliver effective safeguarding outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Undertake Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory timescales
Manage referrals and complete timely screening and decision-making
Carry out Section 47 enquiries where required
Develop clear plans that reflect risk, need, and desired outcomes
Work closely with partner agencies including schools, health, and police
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordings and reports
Attend strategy meetings, child protection conferences, and relevant court work where needed
Benefits
£39 per hour
Frontline Duty and Assessment opportunity within a well-established local authority
Flexible working arrangements available depending on service need
Supportive team environment and management structure
Immediate start available for the right candidate
Requirements
Social Work England registration
Social Work qualification
Previous experience within a Duty and Assessment or frontline safeguarding team
Strong knowledge of current safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance
Ability to manage a busy caseload and work effectively under pressure
Enhanced DBS
Interested?
For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Cooper on (phone number removed) or email .
Know someone suitable? We offer a referral bonus for any successfully placed candidate
Wigan Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Duty and Assessment team on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for a confident practitioner who can manage fast-paced frontline work, complete robust assessments, and make sound decisions to safeguard children and support families at the earliest stage.
This role would suit a Social Worker with solid frontline statutory experience, strong assessment skills, and the ability to work decisively within a busy Duty and Assessment setting.
Role Overview
As part of the Duty and Assessment team, you will be responsible for completing timely assessments, responding to referrals, and making clear recommendations to ensure children and families receive the right level of support and intervention. You will need to be confident in managing risk, engaging families, and working closely with partner agencies to deliver effective safeguarding outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Undertake Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory timescales
Manage referrals and complete timely screening and decision-making
Carry out Section 47 enquiries where required
Develop clear plans that reflect risk, need, and desired outcomes
Work closely with partner agencies including schools, health, and police
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordings and reports
Attend strategy meetings, child protection conferences, and relevant court work where needed
Benefits
£39 per hour
Frontline Duty and Assessment opportunity within a well-established local authority
Flexible working arrangements available depending on service need
Supportive team environment and management structure
Immediate start available for the right candidate
Requirements
Social Work England registration
Social Work qualification
Previous experience within a Duty and Assessment or frontline safeguarding team
Strong knowledge of current safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance
Ability to manage a busy caseload and work effectively under pressure
Enhanced DBS
Interested?
For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Cooper on (phone number removed) or email .
Know someone suitable? We offer a referral bonus for any successfully placed candidate