Barnet Locum £39.04 per hour Hybrid Working Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Duty and Assessment Team. This is a fast-paced frontline role where you will complete timely assessments, respond to safeguarding concerns, and ensure children receive the right support at the right time. Working within a supportive team environment, you will undertake Section 47 enquiries, Child and Family Assessments, and short-term interventions, making clear, evidence-based decisions to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. In this role, you will: Manage a busy duty caseload, responding to new referrals and safeguarding concerns Complete Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales Undertake Section 47 investigations and risk assessments Develop clear, outcome-focused plans to ensure children s safety and wellbeing Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners Present cases at strategy meetings and child protection conferences Maintain accurate and high-quality case recordings What You ll Need: Social Work England Registration Social Work Qualification At least 3 years experience in children s social care Strong experience within Duty and Assessment / Front Door services Confident decision-making and risk management skills Ability to work in a fast-paced statutory environment Why Sheldon Phillips? Because we actually listen to what you need. We re not just here to fill roles we re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and