JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Social Worker - Assessments, specialising in Child Assessment and Family Assessment, required in Castle Hill, Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council UK. Earn a generous£37.00 per hour as an hourly rate for this rewarding 3-month assignment. This is a thrilling opportunity to bring your expertise to the dynamic Assessment Team, delivering pivotal services to children and families across the borough. Situated comfortably in a full-time role, you'll be working from9:00 to 17:00, ensuring that your days are structured while also offering some flexibility to adapt to service needs, including duty and home visits. Embrace the blend of structured work and the autonomy that locum positions bring, as well as the chance to fast-track your professional growth. Locum work lets you engage with diverse cases, enhancing your experience while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Perks and benefits: - Front line social work with the opportunity to make a tangible impact and see real progress in the cases you handle. - Some flexible working in place, allowing for a mix of structured hours and adaptable scheduling to suit your personal needs. - Free on-site parking, making your commute stress-free and environment-friendly. - Immerse yourself in various cases that will hone your skills and expand your professional repertoire through constant learning. - Work within a supportive team, fostering collaboration and innovation in social care services. What you will do: - Carry out home visits to gather crucial information, establishing any safeguarding concerns through initial child and family needs assessments. - Undertake s47 enquiries, including coordination of statutory meetings and concluding cases if no further action is necessary. - Provide short-term interventions, liaising with other teams to pass cases or assessments forward effectively. - Engage in statutory processes within the courts, taking necessary action to protect children, such as applying for Emergency Protection Orders and initiating Care Proceedings. - Cover duty rota, providing frontline social work services with the flexibility to meet the urgent needs of the service effectively. Castle Hill, nestled within Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council, offers more than just an exciting workplace. It's a vibrant community that balances the charm of historic sites with the bustle of contemporary living. With its warmhearted locals and enriching cultural activities, you'll find life in Castle Hill is both rewarding and exciting, making it the idealplace to enrich your career and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Join us and discover why working here is not just a job, but a journey. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.