4Recruitment Services are seeking a Social Work Assistant for our client based in Sheffield.The role: To work alongside social workers in assessing the levels of need of children and young people, their families and carers and identifying appropriate plans and services to support them.To carry out specific pieces of work identified as part of a plan to support children/young people and their families. Working Arrangements:37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday, 8:45am -5:15pm; Friday, 8:45am - 4:45pm.Combination of office-based work and visits to children''s and families'' homes and other locations.Key responsibilities include: Work alongside Social Workers to provide advice and practical support to children and young people who are deemed to be ''in need'' under the Children Act 1989 or identified as requiring additional support.Provide support and advice to families and carers on how best to meet the needs of their children and young people.Assist with and undertake joint assessments alongside Social Workers and other agency professionals, where appropriate.Participate in the development and implementation of plans for children who are Looked After, subject to Child in Need or Child Protection plans, in accordance with their assessed needs. Monitor and contribute to the review of these plans in liaison with Social Workers and other agencies.Promote educational, training and employment opportunities and the development of social skills for young people.Support young people ..... full job details .....