Duty and Assessment Social WorkerLocation: Lancaster Central Library / White Cross, Lancaster (Lancashire)Department: FDAA MASH DandA (Fylde and Bay Area)Pay Rate: £39.00 per hourInterviews: As soon as possible (ASAP)About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join the Front Door and Assessment / Duty and Assessment (FDAA MASH DandA) team covering the Fylde and Bay Area (Lancaster).In this fast-paced statutory post, you will deliver robust, child-centred interventions-building trusting relationships with families using a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to assess needs and manage safeguarding risks effectively.Key ResponsibilitiesAssessments and Home Visits: Complete timely, structured, and highly analytical assessments while carrying out purposeful home visits and keeping children and families informed at every stage.Risk Management and Safeguarding: Identify, analyse, and respond swiftly to safeguarding concerns, actively contributing to strategy discussions and Child Protection processes.Relational Practice: Build trusting, effective relationships with children and families using trauma-informed, child-centred, and strength-based methodologies.Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely alongside partner agencies to ensure coordinated care planning and transparent, effective information-sharing.Case Recording and Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records, ensuring all documentation meets ..... full job details .....