Job description
Qualified Social Worker - Residential Family Assessment Service
Location: Lancashire
Salary: £38,000 - £49,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable families?
Brook Street Social Care are proud to be working in partnership with a specialist residential family assessment service in Lancashire, providing vital support and assessment for parents and children in a safe, structured environment.
The Role:
As a Qualified Social Worker, you will play a key role in undertaking robust, evidence-based family assessments within a residential setting. You'll work collaboratively with parents, children, registered managers and multi-disciplinary professionals to support positive outcomes and promote the safety and well being of each child.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Completing high-quality parenting assessments and reports for court proceedings.
- Observing and recording family interactions within the residential environment.
- Supporting parents to develop and maintain positive parenting practices.
- Working in partnership with external agencies, including local authorities and health professionals.
- Ensuring all safeguarding procedures and professional standards are upheld.
- Work closely with a small case load of 5 families
About You:
We're looking for a Social Worker who is compassionate, analytical, and resilient - someone who can combine empathy with professional judgement.
You will need:
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, Diploma, or equivalent)
- SWE registration (Social Work England)
- Experience in family assessment, child protection, or safeguarding
- Excellent report-writing and analytical skills
- Experience in courts
- A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and families
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary (£38,000 - £49,000 DOE)
- Ongoing training, supervision, and CPD opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to make a real difference in a specialist setting
If you're a qualified and motivated Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career - we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
For more information or a confidential chat about this role, contact Brook Street Social Care and take the next step in your social work career.
