Senior Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom • Posted June 13, 2026
Job Type:
Full-time
Location:
Ipswich, Suffolk
Posted:
June 13, 2026
Category:
community-and-social-service
Application Deadline:
July 23, 2026
Role Description
About the Role
Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a newly established Assessment and Intervention Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot team sitting within MASH, designed to transform how families are supported at the earliest stage.
The team has been developed in line with the Family First Partnership Programme, with a clear focus on:
Early intervention
Reducing escalation into statutory social work teams
Supporting families promptly and effectivelyYou will play a key role in standing up and shaping the IFD Assessment Team, helping to build a responsive service that alleviates pressure on teams managing high caseloads.
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote
Hours: 37 hours per week (30 hours / 4 days considered)
Rate: Up to £42 per hour (Umbrella)
Key Responsibilities
Undertake assessments and direct work with families within a fast-paced envi...
Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a newly established Assessment and Intervention Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot team sitting within MASH, designed to transform how families are supported at the earliest stage.
The team has been developed in line with the Family First Partnership Programme, with a clear focus on:
Early intervention
Reducing escalation into statutory social work teams
Supporting families promptly and effectivelyYou will play a key role in standing up and shaping the IFD Assessment Team, helping to build a responsive service that alleviates pressure on teams managing high caseloads.
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote
Hours: 37 hours per week (30 hours / 4 days considered)
Rate: Up to £42 per hour (Umbrella)
Key Responsibilities
Undertake assessments and direct work with families within a fast-paced envi...
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