Children's Social Worker – Assessment & Support Team

Children's Social Worker – Assessment & Support Team * Location: Blackpool * Pay Rate: £39.00 per hour * Contract Details: Temporary * Target Start Date: Monday, 24 August 2026 * IR35 Status: Inside IR35 About the Role Blackpool Council is seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified Children’s Social Worker to join our fast-paced Assessment and Support Team. Our mission is to place families, children, and young people at the heart of everything we do. Using our restorative, strengths-based "Blackpool Families Rock" approach, you will co-produce positive outcomes with families, working with them rather than doing things to them. Key Responsibilities * Assessments: Undertake comprehensive Child & Family Assessments. * Short-Term Support: Manage Child in Need Plans on a short-term basis, ensuring smooth transition to Early Help Support. * Child Protection: Execute Section 47 child protection enquiries and prepare families for Initial Child Protection Conferences. * Court Work: Undertake Section 7 private family court proceedings and commence Initial Care Proceedings when emergency safeguarding is required. * Joint Ventures: Complete joint assessments with Housing regarding homeless young people. What We Look For * Qualified Status: Full, valid qualification in Social Work (registered with Social Work England). * Experience: Proven experience within a statutory Assessment or Child Protection environment. * Vetting: Ability to provide a continuous 5-year reference history with all employment gaps clearly explained. * Compliance: Compliance with Department for Education (DfE) recommendation questions. Why Choose Blackpool Council? * Exceptional Support: Regular professional supervision and access to a dedicated Practice Development Team. * Great Commute: Located right by Blackpool North rail station and the M55/M6 corridor with secure town-centre parking. * Inclusive Culture: A transparent, learning-focused environment that celebrates difference and challenges staff to deliver excellent service. How to Apply If you are dedicated to making a tangible change in children’s lives and are ready for a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV or email