Newley Qualified Social Worker

Newley Qualified Social Worker - Family Help Worker Location: Nottingham City - Multiple HubsContract type: Full Time - 37 Hours Per Week - Initially 3 months with potential to extendDriver EssentialSalary: £27 UMB per hour (£20.17 PAYE)We are working on behalf of Nottingham City Council and an opportunity has risen for a qualified Social Worker looking for a role where you can build meaningful, long-term relationships with children and families - without holding a statutory social work caseloadThis is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified Social Workers to step into a rewarding, relationship-based role focused on early help, family resilience and sustainable change.About the RoleAs a Family Help Worker, you will work directly with children, young people (0-19) and families across Nottingham City - in family homes, schools, family hubs and partner agency settings.You'll play a vital role in strengthening families, reducing risk, and improving outcomes through trauma-informed and relational practice.Key Responsibilities

• Complete Early Help Assessments and SMART multi-agency action plans using the Signs of Safety framework
• Act as Lead Professional, arranging and chairing Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings
• Support families subject to Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) Plans (alongside the Social Work Lead)
• Deliver high-quality personal and social development interventions
• Help families identify and strengthen their own support networks
• Provide professional challenge to agencies and families to promote lasting change
• Work within a duty system to ensure families always have access to support
• Maintain accurate records using electronic case management systems
• Contribute to reflective supervision and ongoing professional development
• Promote Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all areas of practice

What We're Looking For Essential:

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW or equivalent)
• Social Workers with less than 3 years PQE welcome
• Experience working with children, young people and families
• Experience completing assessments and support plans
• Experience chairing multi-agency meetings
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of legislation
• Ability to manage complex situations and crisis scenarios
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Willingness to work flexibly when required

If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and want to work in a proactive, supportive and impact-driven team - we'd love to hear from you. You can send me your most recent CV to or call me directly on .We offer a referral bonus of £350 for every successful candidate that is referred over to us so if you know of anyone looking for their next role and meets the requirements above, please pass along my details