Reading Children''s Services is seeking a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join our Together for Families Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking service that places children, families, and practitioners at the heart of everything we do. You will hold and manage a varied and dynamic caseload, supported by regular reflective supervision, strong management oversight, and a culture that values professional curiosity, learning, and well-being. What You''ll Be Doing Undertaking child-centred, timely assessments using the Family Safeguarding practice model Working with children and families across Children in Need, Child Protection, and care proceedings Completing ongoing assessments that reflect changing circumstances, risk, and protective factors Preparing high-quality reports to support decision-making and quality assurance Chairing Child in Need and Core Group meetings Working directly with children, young people, and families to identify strengths, understand risk, and develop effective, evidence-based intervention plans Collaborating closely with partner agencies to ensure families receive the right help at the right time Working alongside legal colleagues, attending PLO meetings, and confidently giving evidence in court Making sound, evidence-based decisions that promote children''s safety, well being, and long-term outcomes Why Join Reading Children''s Services? A strong commitment to Family ..... full job details .....