Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment Service (Children''s Services)Location: Nottingham (Hybrid Working)Contract: Temporary - 12 WeeksStart Date: 30 March 2026Hours: 37 hours per weekRate:PAYE: £152.18 per dayUmbrella/Limited: £207.26 per dayWorking Pattern: Hybrid - approximately 50% office-based with 5 set office days per monthSocial Worker - Assessment Service (Children and Families)Ribble Recruitment is currently assisting a local authority with the recruitment of a Qualified Social Worker to join their Assessment Service within Children and Families.This role focuses on completing child and family assessments and safeguarding work, ensuring children and young people receive appropriate support, protection, and interventions when required.The successful candidate will work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and internal teams to identify risks, assess needs, and develop effective plans to safeguard and support children.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake Child and Family Assessments, including Section 47 investigations where required.Lead initial Child in Need meetings and Child Protection Conferences.Assess children''s strengths, needs, vulnerabilities, and risks in line with statutory guidance.Develop and implement outcome-focused plans to support children and families.Maintain accurate and timely case recordings within the council''s electronic case management system.Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including education, health, and police ..... full job details .....