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Posted 05 August, 2026

Reading l Senior Social Worker - Integrated Assessment Service

Eden Brown Synergy
Reading, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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\n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join Reading's Integrated Assessment Service. This role is ideal for a practitioner with strong assessment skills who can make informed decisions and deliver timely interventions to safeguard children and support families.\n
Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Undertake Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales.
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  • Assess risk and identify appropriate support and intervention plans.
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  • Conduct Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries where required.
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  • Work closely with partner agencies to ensure coordinated service delivery.
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  • Produce high-quality reports and recommendations.
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  • Participate in strategy discussions, case conferences, and planning meetings.
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  • Support children and families from referral through assessment and next-step planning.
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Essential Requirements\n
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  • Social Work England registration.
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  • Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
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  • Significant experience within Assessment or Front Door Services.
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  • Sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation and procedures.
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  • Excellent communication and analytical skills.
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  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
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Benefits\n
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  • Competitive hourly rate of £42 per hour Umbrella.
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  • Flexible working opportunities.
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  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
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  • Access to training and development opportunities.
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  • Opportunity to work within a highly regarded local authority service.
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\n If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to Adarsh Parihar or call .\n
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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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