Social Worker – Assessment Location: Huntingdon, PE29 3AD & South Cambridgeshire, CB2 9NL Salary: £41,958 – £44,822 per annum Working: Hybrid – office, home working & visits Caseload: Approximately 25 cases Interview: Microsoft Teams 9-day fortnight: Available, subject to team and service requirements About the role Cambridgeshire is looking for an experienced Social Worker – Assessment to join its Children's Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed social worker to undertake statutory assessments and work directly with children and families to achieve positive, sustainable outcomes. Your responsibilities You will: * Lead statutory assessments and develop effective plans for children and families. * Undertake Strategy Discussions and Section 47 enquiries. * Prepare high-quality reports for court, including work under Sections 7, 37 and 31. * Complete SWET assessments and care plans where required. * Work collaboratively with children, families and partner agencies. * Ensure children’s voices, needs and experiences remain central to your practice. * Manage a caseload of approximately 25 cases while maintaining high-quality recording and professional standards. What’s on offer? ⭐ £41,958 – £44,822 salary ⭐ Hybrid working – office, home and visits ⭐ 9-day fortnight available, subject to service requirements ⭐ Relocation package available ⭐ Sponsorship swap available ⭐ Microsoft Teams interview ⭐ Retention payments for continued service Retention payment Cambridgeshire offers an additional retention payment: * After 1 year: 2.5% of the bottom of the grade – currently £1,049 * After 2 years: 7.5% – currently £3,147 * After 3 years: 10% – currently £4,196 * After 3 years: a flat-rate £1,500 annually thereafter Interested? If you’re an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for a role offering hybrid working, career stability, a 9-day fortnight option and an attractive retention package, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact 3D Recruit for more information about this opportunity