Social Work Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Social Work Assistant
Slough
Contract
£16.50 Umbrella Per Hour
We are currently looking for a Social Work Assistant to work in Slough. The postholder will provide a first point of contact and response to members of the public and to process referralstaken over the phone or face to face. To undertake initial assessments using departmental
eligibility criteria, advise callers of outcome and to carry a caseload undertaking core assessment.
MAlN ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. To provide a single point of contact and a “duty screening service” for all incoming calls and referrals.
2. To undertake initial contact and core assessments ensuring risk issues have been identified in order to provide a service to meet specific needs which can be provided for within the eligibility criteria.
3. To respond appropriately to identified issues and provide accurate information.
4. To respond effectively to enquiries and provide information for monitoring and evaluation. This will ensure that the outcomes may be measured in relation to the speed and type of response that will support people in the community, facilitate hospital discharges and promote
independence.
5. To be responsible for recording details on the electronic IAS system, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date for collection of statistical data. To comply with relevant legislation and the Data Protection Act.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Social Work Assistant roles across Novax Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £17 - £17 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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