Social Work Assistant

Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with disabilities in Brent.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Social Work Assistant to join our Targeted Prevention Hub. This role supports high-risk children and young people referred to the hub, providing rapid access to specialist advice and targeted support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with vulnerable children, young people, and their families, particularly those experiencing multiple disadvantages.
• Understand safeguarding, contextual safeguarding, and issues related to missing children.
• Build positive relationships and engage effectively with young people and families.
• Support casework, complete Return Home Interviews, and maintain accurate records for children who go missing.
• Strong communication and multi-agency working skills are essential.

Requirements:

• Experience working with vulnerable children and young people and their families.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant area such as Childcare, Social Work, Education, or Health.
• Proactive, organised, and child-centred approach to supporting interventions and improving outcomes.

Benefits:

• 27 days' annual leave, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Supportive family-friendly policies, including carers’ leave, paternity leave, and compassionate leave.
• Health and wellbeing support, including eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial wellbeing support, including education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans.
• Travel support, including affordable parking, a Cycle to Work scheme, and onsite facilities.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts.

Salary: £37,692 - £39,276 per year