Social Worker - Family Assessment Centre

We are looking for a Social Worker, to join a Family Assessment Centre in Somerset. This position is non-case holding.

My client is one of the few Family Assessment Centres rated Outstanding by Ofsted, providing outstanding residential and community-based parenting assessments, psychological assessments, and related services to Family Courts and Local Authorities nationwide. Building meaningful relationships, ensuing assessments are fair and evidence-based and working in a multidisciplinary manner are key responsibilities in this role.

As a social worker you will:

Work collaboratively with Consultant Social Workers, Consultant Clinical Psychologists, Family Support Workers, and Family Intervention Workers Contribute to high-quality, evidence-informed assessments that help shape positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families Build meaningful, trusting relationships with families using a trauma-informed and attachment-based approach Provide clear, detailed observations to support balanced and well-reasoned recommendations Play an active role in safeguarding and risk management, ensuring timely and robust responses to concerns

What’s on offer?

Salary up to £37,995 per annum “Outstanding” Ofsted inspected service None case holding Great work-life balance Structured and regular support from management, offering weekly case mapping Consistent CPD opportunities Relocation support Refer-a-friend scheme Pension scheme Set annual leave allocation


  • Location: Taunton, England
  • Salary: £35000 - £37995 per annum + benefits
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Charles Hunter Associates
  • Posted: 17-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com