Family / School / General Social Workers

A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.

About this Career

Average Salary

£25,593

New workers start at around £11,848. Normal pay is £25,593 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £36,418

Annual Openings

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

Attends meetings with colleagues and outside agencies.
Makes referrals to other agencies such as social services and educational psychologists.
Writes up case notes, prepares reports, keeps up-to-date records on clients.
Advises clients and their families on available resources.
Works with social worker to identify, plan and deliver appropriate support to families facing a variety of difficulties.
Deals with issues relating to poor attendance at school.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills	Importance
Active Listening	76%
Monitoring	71%
Speaking	70%
Learning Strategies	70%
Reading Comprehension	69%
Writing	68%
Active Learning	64%
Critical Thinking	63%
Mathematics	41%
Science	22%