Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team (EDT)

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team (EDT)
Specialism: Emergency Duty
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £35.00 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time / Part Time

Job Overview

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and resilient Social Worker who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. We are seeking a skilled practitioner to join the Emergency Duty Team (EDT), delivering a high-quality out-of-hours statutory social work service to children, families, and vulnerable adults.

Working outside standard office hours, you will respond to urgent and high-risk situations including safeguarding concerns, child protection issues, adult safeguarding, mental health crises, and emergency placements. The role requires strong professional judgement, confidence in autonomous decision-making, and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Flexible full-time or part-time working options are available to suit your lifestyle.

Perks and Benefits:

• Full Time / Part Time Options: Choose a working pattern that supports your wellbeing and work-life balance.

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn £35.00 per hour, reflecting your expertise and responsibility.

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom of locum work while gaining varied experience across services and settings.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to strengthen your practice.

• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a wide range of professionals, broadening your experience and career connections.

What you will do:

• Provide an out-of-hours statutory social work service across children's and adult services.

• Respond to emergency safeguarding concerns, including child protection and adult safeguarding referrals.

• Undertake urgent assessments and interventions to manage immediate risk and ensure safety.

• Make informed decisions regarding emergency placements, accommodation, and support arrangements.

• Work closely with partner agencies including police, health services, mental health teams, and emergency services.

• Exercise sound professional judgement in complex, high-risk situations, often with limited information.

• Complete Mental Health Act-related work where required (subject to service model).

• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant case records and detailed handover reports.

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