Social Work Assistant

Band 4 Social Work Assistant (Contact Worker) - Belfast
Support Children & Families Stable Hours Competitive Pay

We are currently recruiting Band 4 Social Work Assistants (Contact Workers) to join a busy and supportive Children's Services Team in Belfast. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within statutory social services while making a real difference to children and families.

Location: Belfast
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Pay Rate: £14.06 per hour
Mileage: 58p per mile

The Role:

As a Contact Worker, you will support Social Workers and Managers in delivering high-quality services to children and families. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, positive, and well-managed contact arrangements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting Social Workers in the delivery of Children's Services
• Supervising and facilitating family contact sessions
• Completing allocated tasks to support casework
• Recording and reporting observations accurately
• Working closely with families, carers, and professionals
• Supporting safeguarding and child protection processes
• Maintaining professional and confidential records

Essential Criteria:

• 3 years' experience in a social care role
• NISCC Registration
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car with business insurance
• Willingness to complete mandatory in-house training
• Willing to complete an Enhanced Access NI check annually

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Band 4 rate
• Stable Monday-Friday hours - great work/life balance
• Mileage paid at 58p per mile
• Opportunity to gain experience within statutory services
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Weekly pay options

How to Apply:

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