Social Worker
inploi - Bury
Competitive
PermanentFull time
Team: ASC Mental Health Team We are looking to recruit forward-thinking Social Workers with a passion for mental health and a strengths-based approach. About the role The Social Care Team in the Mental health Team consists of Social Care Officers and Social Workers. We are co-located with our health colleagues within the local Community, and we work with the residents of Bury and their carers to promote the independence, rights and risks, and empower them to live a positive and fulfilling life. We have a commitment towards staff, ensuring they feel supported in their role. As a result, we have regular team meetings, staff one-to-ones, peer reflective supervision and encourage continuing professional development and training. We focus on how people can be supported by the strengths they have in themselves, their network of support from family, friends and their local communities. Where care and support is required, we work to ensure that this reflects the individual’s assessed needs and strengths, while promoting their independence, choice and control. You will be expected to undertake statutory Social Work functions in line with the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act. To undertake duties expected of Social Workers in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework and in accordance with the specific job description attached. Our Let’s Do It Strategy sets out a clear vision for Bury 2030, to work together and for improved outcomes for all. Our commitment to you: A working environment that is supportive and rewarding, where professional curiosity is actively encouraged, while working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do. Great training and development options for all roles. We have a supportive management team which encourages critical reflection/supervision and structured progression routes for Social Workers from ASYE to Advanced Practitioners. Working in partnership with a wide range of professionals from a variety of health and social care backgrounds. Working with partners from across the borough we will support strengths-based, outcome focused interventions. In addition to competitive rates of pay, we offer an excellent benefits package to all of our employees; a generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements. Local Government Pension scheme and payment of Social Work England registration fees will be included. What we want from you: Person centred and compassionate, you’ll possess excellent listening skills, be highly organised and a team player. Passionate about social work and working with adults in a strengths-based way to meet their care and support needs in order to live as independently as possible. An in-depth understanding of the legal frameworks relevant to Adult Social Work. Social Work England registration. Eligible to work in the UK. Hold a full UK driving licence. Level 2 - Qualified £40,444 - £42,123 Level 3 - Experienced £43,149 - £45,529 Normal hours of work are 37 hours per week based around the usual business working week. Dependent on service requirements, you may be required to work on a rota basis. About Bury The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted. Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time. As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way Benefits of working for Bury Council To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit Bury - Home | greater.jobs We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements. We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria. Next steps For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Dianne Dickinson or Emily Grogan, Operations managers, ASC Mental Health Team on 0161 253-7997 or D.Dickinson@bury.gov.uk; E.Grogan@bury.gov.uk Supporting Documents ↗ Privacy Notice ↗ Work Demands Form ↗ ASCMHT Social Worker Job Description
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Social Worker
inploi - Bolton
Competitive
PermanentFull time
Grade H/I £39,481 - £47,665, essential car user allowance up to £963pa Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 per week Essential requirement: full driving licence, DBS Essential qualifications: Social Work qualified Diploma/Degree and be Social Work England registered Interview date: TBC For further information about this role, contact: Julie.nutall@bolton.gov.uk Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please read the detailed information at the bottom of this advert before you make an application as it may be rejected if we detect AI use. The Role An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to work within Intermediate Tier Services (IMC). This service covers Admission Avoidance; Intermediate Care and Discharge to Assess bed-based units. This post offers an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of innovative ways of working across health and social care in order to improve the experience of service users and carers and to promote well-being and independence. The ability to develop, maintain and improve relationships with service users and carers is essential in this role as well as the attributes required to participate in inter-disciplinary team working. This role requires some weekend working on a rota basis to cover the Admission Avoidance Team duty function and this also will require some bank holidays again on a rota basis. The post of Social Worker requires the person to hold a Social Work qualified Diploma/Degree and be Social Work England registered About You We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for working with adults, understanding their needs, aspirations and supporting them to enhance their quality of life and promote independence. As a Social Worker in IMC you will work in one of the designated services and undertake assessments/reviews of need under the Care Act 2014, assist with support planning as necessary and also link people in to universal and voluntary services. They will also assist colleagues within other areas of the services as necessary and support with complex cases, mental capacity and best interest assessments. About Us This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents. As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services. Our Values are really important to us, read all about them below, along with all our great staff benefits, the job description/person specification for the role and the important legal bits, and our Top Tips too. Ready to apply? Then please click Apply and upload your anonymised CV and supporting statement discussing your relevant skills and experience and explain how you believe they make you a strong fit for this role. Within Greater Manchester, local authorities have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel. Please see greater.jobs for further information before you apply. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS with check of relevant barred list is therefore required for this post. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Employment offers are conditional subject to satisfactory clearances. For roles where a criminal records check from the DBS is required, this includes satisfactory clearance of this check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of an individual’s offence/s. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. Bolton Council’s policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders is available here. This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification. This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. That means we will recognise your continuous or ‘unbroken’ service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation that has signed the commitment, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority, giving you access to our service-related benefits. Please see the home page of greater.jobs for more information. For more information about working for Bolton Council, please see greater.jobs; for advice and support with your application, contact recruitment@bolton.gov.uk Supporting Documents ↗ Job description and person spec ↗ Documents for Right to Work ↗ Social Worker Benefits ↗ Our Values & Behaviours ↗ Top Tips ↗ DBS ID Guidelines ↗ Privacy Notice
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Social Worker
NHS Jobs - Borehamwood
£41,957 to £50,387 a year
PermanentFull time
The post holder will take responsibility for making a significant contribution to the clinical social work provision within CYPMHS South Hertfordshire. This will include active participation in referral processes, assessment, treatment planning and delivery, risk management, safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, care coordination, and contributing to multidisciplinary case discussions and service-related meetings. The successful candidate will be expected to provide consultation and advice to colleagues, students, and professionals working across partner services. They will support the ongoing development of social work practice within the team and contribute to service improvement initiatives, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care that meets the needs of children, young people, and their families.
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Social Worker
Elysium Healthcare - Thatcham
£35,000 to £35,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you a Social Worker looking to join a company that values and recognises you? If so, join the team at Thornford Park in Thatcham and help people in their recovery journey to develop new skills and build a brighter future. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will manage and support a caseload of forensic service users with mental health conditions. You will be responsible for assessments, CPA reports, Mental Health Tribunals, Managers Hearings and will be requested to supervise junior staff members. As a senior member of the team, you will lead and promote child and adult safeguarding and will empower recovery to encourage service users to engage in their care plans and achieve their goals. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth. Other responsibilities include: Lead the multidisciplinary teams on non-medical mental capacity issues and best interest decisions Liaising with external agencies to enable them to fulfill their statutory duties, for example: MAPPA, Local Authority Social Services, Police and Probation Supporting carers and families of detained patients To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Social Work qualification Registration with Social Work England. Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation Have experience of working in a similar environment Where you will be working Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET Thornford Park offers a seamless integral pathway supporting and empowering service users in their recovery and rehabilitation. The medium, low secure and rehabilitation wards, as well as a psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs) are all set within 21 acres in the Berkshire countryside. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £31,000 - £35,000 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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Social Therapist
NHS Jobs - London
from £14.50 an hour
PermanentFull time
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for anSocial Therapistto join our team atCygnet Hospital Ealing. As aSocial Therapist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team on an in-patient ward, with supervision, support and training you will deliver interventions defined within the personalised care plan, spend time engaging, connecting and supporting service users, families, carers and friends through their recovery pathway. You will help facilitate activities/groups and ward based projects and be actively involved in every aspect of their physical, psychological and social care of people who uses our service. You will be expected to work 38.5 hours a week (Days and night shifts) across a 7 day rota. Between (7:30am to 8:00pm) and (7:30pm to 8:00am) - Pay rate - £14.50 Per Hour (Increasing to £14.80 per hour after 3 months) **Please note due to the nature of the service we can only currently take on Female applicants** New Dawn Wardis our 9 bedded female specialist Tier 4 service, providing treatment, care and support for women with a personality disorder who are ready to engage in therapy. Cygnet Hospital Ealing provides a welcoming, non-institutional environment, offering person alised treatment for service users with an eating disorder or personality disorder over two separate wards. Your day-to-day Assess service users for social therapy as part of a multidisciplinary needs assessment Plan & deliver social therapy observations & activities & determine their effectiveness Provide a variety of individual & group therapy work relating to social situations Monitor, evaluate & adapt ongoing clinical work according to each individuals needs Attend clinical meetings & communicate with colleagues, agencies & families/carers Comply with the codes of practice. We are looking for someone who is Qualified in Social Therapy Degree/Postgraduate Diploma/Masters or equivalent Registered with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) Experienced within a care environment, or with a passion for working in this setting A UK driving licence holder who can escort service users on visits & trips when required Preferably experienced in a multidisciplinary team & in an evidence-based framework. Why Cygnet? Well offer you Pay rate - £14.50 Per Hour (Increasing to £14.80 per hour after 3 months) Strong career progression opportunities Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities Expert clinical supervision & peer support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving. Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Please note this advert may close early, if we receive a high level of applicants. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply
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Social Worker
East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs
On-sitePermanentPart time
Derbyshire County Council Closing date: 27 September 2026 We are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join our well-established High Peak South Adult Social Work Team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, long-standing team including a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners. Role: Social Worker (Grade 9–11, 37 hours, permanent) Team: High Peak South Adult Social Work Team Location: Kents Bank Area Office, Buxton (hybrid working) Client Group: Adults 18+ with long-term needs + learning disability transition cases from age 16 Focus Areas: Care Act 2014 assessments Mental Capacity Act (MCA) work Safeguarding Strengths-based support planning Caseload: Mix of physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and transition-to-adulthood work Support: Regular supervision and peer support Requirement: Enhanced DBS check About the Role You will work within a generic adult social care team supporting: Adults aged 18+ with long-term care and support needs Young people (16+) transitioning into adulthood, particularly those with learning disabilities The role involves: Undertaking Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews Applying the Mental Capacity Act (2005) in practice Developing person-centred, strengths-based support plans Working collaboratively with individuals, families, and partner agencies Managing safeguarding enquiries You will support individuals to achieve positive outcomes, maintain independence, and lead fulfilling lives within their communities or supported accommodation. What We Offer Regular professional supervision Peer support and collaborative case discussions Flexible working (office-based, home working, or hybrid) Varied and meaningful caseload Key Requirements Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 Experience in adult social care and safeguarding (preferred) Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively Location Kents Bank Area Office, Buxton, covering the South High Peak area. Additional Information This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to work with vulnerable adults. Criminal records will be considered on an individual basis. Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including: Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25/27 days annual leave per year (rising to 30/32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant. Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security Supportive management and team Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training. Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling. Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app. Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply) Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle. Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply) Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts. More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page Informal Enquiries Contact: Karen Wright 01629 531151 karen.wright@derbyshire.gov.uk Provisional Interview Date: TBC
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Social Worker
Elysium Healthcare - Nr Pontypool
£41,020 to £41,020 a year
PermanentFull time
As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future. With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team on a part time basis for 22.5 hours at Aderyn which has a strong emphasis on teamwork and offer a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service users with a focus on recovery. As a Social Worker you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future. You report to the Safeguarding Lead, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations. A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Social Worker you will be: Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters. Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services Participating in 1:1 supervision To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Social Work degree Registered with Social Work England or applied for Experience within similar environment Experience with working with vulnerable adults Where you will be working: Location: Penperlleni, Nr Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales NP4 0AH You will be working at Aderyn, a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service user with a focus on recovery. As well as a 17 bed rehabilitation unit there is also a 2 bed open rehabilitation cottage. The unit is situated in a picturesque part of Wales with good transport links. You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide service users with opportunities to improve their independence and prepare for an independent life in the community. Individual and collaborative therapeutic timetables are developed for each patient and individual psychological therapies are offered. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual salary of up to £41,020 FTE Annual Salary Pro Rata £24,612 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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Social Worker
inploi - Blackpool
from £39.48 a year
PermanentFull time
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: Grade H1/H2 SCP 27 - 35 £39,481 - £47,665 per annum Closing Date: 8th October 2026 at 23:59pm Blackpool Children's Services has been on an incredible journey of transformation. Whilst the road has at times been challenging, our commitment to improving outcomes for children and families has never wavered. The sustained dedication of our workforce, leaders and partners has led to significant and lasting improvements across our services. In June 2026, Ofsted recognised the remarkable progress made in Blackpool, judging the impact of leaders on social work practice with children and families as Outstanding, alongside Outstanding services for children in care and care leavers, and Good services for children who need help and protection. Inspectors found that children and families now benefit from "consistently high-quality, innovative services that respond to and meet their needs effectively" and recognised the transformational improvements achieved across the partnership. The inspection highlighted our ambitious leadership, strong workforce culture, effective partnership working and unwavering focus on improving the lives of children and families. Ofsted recognised that Blackpool's co-produced Blackpool Families Rock values and practice model are embedded throughout our work, creating a culture that is genuinely caring, relationship-based and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for children. Our stable and experienced leadership team, led by Director of Children's Services Vicky Gent, has remained resolutely focused on children and families, driving sustained improvement and creating an environment where social work can flourish. Inspectors noted that Blackpool Children's Services now has an "extremely committed, motivated and engaged workforce", with practitioners forming enduring relationships with children and providing high-quality, relationship-based support. At the heart of our success is our investment in social work practice and our people. We believe children achieve the best outcomes when social workers have time to build trusted relationships. That is why we continue to focus on manageable caseloads, high-quality supervision, strong practice development support and excellent learning opportunities. Our teams are small, supportive and strengthened by a supervision culture that enables reflective practice and meaningful management support. We are committed to supporting our workforce through flexible and hybrid working arrangements, recognising the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Blackpool is now recognised as a place where social workers can develop, grow and have a real impact. As we continue our journey from improvement to excellence, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are looking for a role where you can make a difference, be supported in your development and be part of a high-performing, ambitious service, we would love to hear from you. Click here to view the Job Description. Please click here to see the benefits of working for Blackpool Council. Are you a Blackpool resident aged between 16-24? Would you benefit from some free guidance on producing a quality application for job vacancies such as this one? Blackpool Council?s Youth Hub - The Platform, has highly skilled Employment Advisers that can support you with demonstrating how you can evidence you meet the Essential and Desirable criteria requirements on a Job Description. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, guidance on the "filtering" of offences can be found at New filtering rules for DBS certificates (from 28 November 2020 onwards) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) For further information on the health and wellbeing support on offer during your employment, please see here. Have you got what it takes to ride the Roller Coaster ride of Social Work in Blackpool? for further information on the career path and development opportunities available at Blackpool please see here.
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Social Worker
Staffordshire County Council - Lichfield
£40,444 to £45,529 a year
PermanentFull time
We have 4 Children’s Disability teams across the county, and they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex disabilities. These are small teams of highly dedicated Social Workers that support children and families to reach the best outcomes in a timely manner, enabling them to live their lives to the full. We also are supported by a team of skilled Family Practitioners who assist in facilitating behaviour management work and undertaking direct work. Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our County. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally proud to help them give their best in whatever ways we can. That’s why you can expect everything from agile and flexible working options to exceptional learning and development if you join our team. You can also expect our commitment to creating the best service we can. Working with us means collaborating across our different teams, and sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things. Support is important, as we work in a big county with some diverse challenges, but together we can meet all kinds of needs and demands. Main Responsibilities You will be: based within a small team of between seven and eight social workers. holding and managing a workload of children and young people and prioritising all work undertaking direct work with children and their families and their carers which provides high support and high challenge and aims to support families to find solutions to their own challenges. providing high quality and timely assessments and reports in the agreed format for Court’s, Child Protection Case Conferences, Statutory Reviews and any other forum maintaining client records The Ideal Candidate The minimum criteria that will be used to shortlist for this role will be: Be a Qualified Social Worker with post qualification experience working directly with children and families and be committed to supporting children to remain with their families. Be registered with Social Work England. Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with children, families and other professionals. Be a team player. Have the ability to engage and communicate with disabled children and be committed to ensuring the children on your case load receive the best quality service. But above all, you’ll bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it’s safe to do so. Please note we are willing to accept applications from individuals requiring ASYE. For more information about these vacancies, please contact Rebecca Brockway, Team Manager, on rebecca.brockway @staffordshire.gov.uk, or 01283 881331, or Melissa Rushton, Disability Lead on melissa.rushton@staffordshire.gov.uk Interviews are expected to be held on 16/10/2026 at Old House, Eastern Avenue, Lichfield, WS13 7SQ Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. For information, please note that there is currently an ongoing review within Children and Families to realign individual teams and the wider team’s ways of working. As a result, this role may be affected by the review. For further information, please speak to the hiring manager. Please note: The minimum criteria in the ideal candidate section detailed above will be used if you are applying under one of our Interview Guarantee Schemes detailed below. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.
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Social Worker
NHS Jobs - Nr Pontypool
£24,612 to £41,020 a year
PermanentFull time
As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future. With previous experience from the NHS or private care, you can join the multidisciplinary team on a part time basis for 22.5 hours at Aderyn which has a strong emphasis on teamwork and offer a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service users with a focus on recovery. As a Social Worker you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and will contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future. You report to the Safeguarding Lead, and will manage internal investigations and liaise with home authorities for service users during their admission and discharging process, while enjoying access to a range of training opportunities that can see your career grow and you achieve your career aspirations. A career at Elysium is one that you can take pride in, knowing that you will be instrumental in helping people to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently. Its what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Social Worker you will be: Referrals to LADO and Local Authority in line with safeguarding and assessments Educating Hospital staff about relevant safeguarding matters. Completing a full annual social care reassessment within the CPA format Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services Participating in 1:1 supervision To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Social Work degree Registered with Social Work England or applied for Experience within similar environment Experience with working with vulnerable adults Where you will be working: Location: Penperlleni, Nr Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales NP4 0AH You will be working at Aderyn, a high quality step down service for men with enduring mental health conditions sets a sector-leading example of clear care pathways for service user with a focus on recovery. As well as a 17 bed rehabilitation unit there is also a 2 bed open rehabilitation cottage. The unit is situated in a picturesque part of Wales with good transport links. You will working alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide service users with opportunities to improve their independence and prepare for an independent life in the community. Individual and collaborative therapeutic timetables are developed for each patient and individual psychological therapies are offered. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual salary of up to £41,020 FTE Annual Salary Pro Rata £24,612 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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