Who You Are You are a qualified social worker with a minimum of three years of experience, preferably with a background in working with children and young people in statutory roles, such as within the children in our care team. You have demonstrated experience in handling complex needs and are eager to leverage your expertise to make a positive impact. Your ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance while managing a caseload of 15 to 22 clients is crucial. Please ensure your application or CV includes your contact telephone number. What the Job Involves This role involves working within the Duty and Assessment team across Preston, Chorley, and South Ribble. Your start date will be at the end of January or the beginning of February. You will contribute to Lancashire's progressive and innovative Children's Services, which embrace strength-based approaches and are embedding a family safeguarding model of practice. The role offers flexible working conditions, travel benefits, and a focus on manageable caseloads, with expectations for home-based work and opportunities for in-person team interactions as needed. There are many benefits, including flexible working hours, TOIL, and mileage compensation, emphasizing a family-friendly and supportive work environment.