Duty & Assessment Social Worker - Bury Council
Caritas Recruitment • Bury, Greater Manchester • Posted July 04, 2026
About the Role
Duty & Assessment Social Worker - Bury Council
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Rate: Up to £39 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience
Hours: 37 hours per week - Full-time
Contract Type: Agency / Temporary
Overview
Caritas Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Bury Council's Duty & Assessment Team.
This is a front-line role responsible for managing referrals, conducting assessments, and carrying out statutory duties to safeguard children and families. You'll work in a fast-paced, high-performing team dealing with new referrals, strategy discussions, and Section 47 enquiries.
Please note: Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years' post-qualification experience in a Duty & Assessment or Front Door team. Applications not meeting this requirement will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a Duty & Assessment caseload, responding to new referrals and undertaking assessm...
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Rate: Up to £39 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience
Hours: 37 hours per week - Full-time
Contract Type: Agency / Temporary
Overview
Caritas Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Bury Council's Duty & Assessment Team.
This is a front-line role responsible for managing referrals, conducting assessments, and carrying out statutory duties to safeguard children and families. You'll work in a fast-paced, high-performing team dealing with new referrals, strategy discussions, and Section 47 enquiries.
Please note: Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years' post-qualification experience in a Duty & Assessment or Front Door team. Applications not meeting this requirement will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a Duty & Assessment caseload, responding to new referrals and undertaking assessm...