Social Worker | Duty & Assessment |Lancaster
Lancashire County Council
Fleetwood, Lancashire
Salary
£36,363 to £46,142
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Social Worker in the Duty & Assessment Team, you'll work with families in crisis, assessing their needs and making decisions to keep children safe. You'll work closely with other teams to provide support and solutions. This role suits someone who enjoys working with people, is good at problem-solving, and can work under pressure. You'll need to be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll need
- You'll need a degree in Social Work or a related field, and a valid Social Work England registration.
- You'll have experience working with vulnerable children and families.
- You'll be able to assess situations quickly and make sound decisions.
- You'll be able to work effectively in a team and communicate with people at all levels.
- You'll have good time management and organisational skills.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or working in a related field to gain experience before applying.
- Make sure your CV and application highlight your relevant skills and experience.
- Practice your assessment and decision-making skills by working on case studies or role-playing exercises.
- Research the Family Safeguarding model of practice and be prepared to discuss it in your application.
- Think about how you can contribute to a strengths-based approach in your work.
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Job description
Description | Salary £36,363 - £46,142 per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | International Sponsorship - this role is not open to international sponsorship. Social Worker | Duty and Assessment Team Location: Lancaster Salary up to £46,142 About Us Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths-based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. This is an exciting time to join us as we undergo positive …
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
14 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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