Social Worker – Assessments Team

Social Worker – Assessments Team (Children’s Services) London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: £45,750–£52,194 per annum Additional: £3,000 retention bonus About the Council Waltham Forest is recognised for its strong commitment to safeguarding, early intervention, and child-centred practice. The Children’s Services directorate promotes manageable caseloads, reflective supervision, and a supportive, collaborative working culture. The borough continues to invest in high-quality social work and provides an environment where practitioners are valued and able to deliver meaningful, effective support to children and families. The Role The Assessments Team is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to undertake high-quality Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47. You will: Hold a manageable caseload of approximately 11–15 children Manage new referrals and complete timely risk assessments Work directly with children and families to identify needs and agree effective support plans Engage with partner agencies to ensure coordinated multi-agency involvement Contribute to child protection conferences, strategy meetings, and legal planning processesWhat We’re Looking For Applicants should have: Registration with Social Work England A minimum of four years’ post-qualifying experience Strong, consistent practice in child protection and assessment Experience across referral and assessment pathways, ideally within a locality-based model A thorough understanding of statutory frameworks and safeguarding responsibilitiesWhat the Council Offers Competitive salary with annual progression £3,000 retention bonus Supportive management and structured professional development Reflective supervision and access to training A positive, stable working environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for childrenHow to Enquire or Apply For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please contact: Phil – Ackerman Pierce Telephone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)