Social Worker - Assessment
- Manchester
- £36,648-40,221 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Team: Duty and Assessment
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £36,648 – £40,221 per annum
Retention Package: £2,000 on top of salary
Relocation Package: Up to £8,000
Location: Oldham, OL1
Working Pattern: Full-time, flexible hybrid working
Start Date: ASAPContact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 |Sheldon Phillips are working in partnership with Oldham Council to recruit a Social Worker for their Duty and Assessment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for social workers who want to make a real difference in a service with strong leadership, investment in staff, and excellent benefits.What You Can Expect:£2,000 retention payment on top of salaryUp to £8,000 relocation supportFree town centre parking and essential car user allowance45p mileage rate and reimbursement of SWE registration feesGenerous leave, pension and wellbeing supportFlexible hybrid working arrangements and a supportive team cultureDuties and Responsibilities:Complete high-quality S17 and S47 assessments in a timely mannerWork with children and families at the point of referral to understand risk and needUse a strengths-based approach to engage families and coordinate servicesProduce clear and evidence-based reports for child protection and court processesMaintain accurate case notes and ensure statutory duties are metContribute to team discussions, supervision and continuous practice improvementRequirements:Qualified Social Worker with current SWE registrationSolid post-qualified experience in a front-line Assessment or Safeguarding teamSkilled in assessment, analysis and multi-agency workingKnowledge of current legislation and best practiceConfident communicator with a reflective and child-focused approachWhy Join Oldham?Free town centre parking£500 car user allowance + 45p mileageReimbursement of SWE registration25 days annual leave (rising with service)Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent AVC optionsStaff discounts, wellbeing support, gym membership and salary sacrifice schemesOldham is committed to supporting social workers with excellent training, manageable caseloads and a workplace culture built on trust, collaboration and outcomes for children.Contact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 |