Adult Qualified Social Worker - Early Intervention & Prevention Team

Telford and Wrekin Council; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Telford seeks a Qualified Social Worker for the Early Intervention & Prevention Team. The role focuses on statutory duties, promoting independence and supporting complex adults. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a great team player, and experienced in social work principles. A supportive work environment with training opportunities is offered. Competitive salary and benefits available, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24-32 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Flexible working hours

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts

Free parking

Confidential wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in statutory Social Work functions.
• Understanding of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Ability to work cooperatively with families and carers.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory Social Work responsibilities.
• Support adults in line with assessed needs.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders and other stakeholders.

Skills

Passion for achieving results

Attention to detail

Team player

Ability to work with complex adults

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Adult's Experienced Qualified Social Worker - Early Intervention & Prevention Team
£44,367 - £47,344 * per annum (Salaries include market factor where applicable)

Full reimbursement of Social Work England registration fee

Our Council is proud of the fact that we constantly strive to deliver for local people. Does your CV say that you are a driven individual, passionate about achieving results that ensure customer satisfaction? Does it prove that you are task focused with an attention to detail? If it also says that you are a great team player, we want to hear from you.

We use strengths and asset based approach in our practice; how individuals 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. We encourage positive risk taking with a home is best philosophy, this is reflected in our performance as Telford and Wrekin is proud to have a lower than national average per population of admissions into long term placements for older people.

The Social Worker roles are 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. The Social Work roles will work with complex adults, their carers/family as directed by the Team Leader.

We are proud to offer 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. We offer great training and development options to all roles. We have a supportive management team which encourages critical reflection/supervision and structured progression routes for all our Social Workers.

Here is a quote from a Social Worker who has recently moved on from our team:

Allow me to call this team The Simpsons - each worker is different and very special. At the end of the day, we always had positive outcomes, ensured your team were alright and made readjustments and changes when needed. We all had our own way of working but each one of us in our own unique way was allowed and given the place to contribute positively, grow and thrive positively and in a very professional as well as personal way - invaluable. As a team of leaders, you have provided a wonderful, growth led and happy environment. You all were and are still most available, open to be consulted and approached, encouraging and not micro managers which really gave me the space to thrive and hopefully contribute to the team as I learnt from the team equally too. Your openness to take and learn from the team workers, to try new things and ways of working is invaluable - provided a learning environment.

If you share our passion for making a difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification.

We believe great services start with great people - and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

A CV template is available if you do not already have a CV.

What we offer:

• We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package - starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy
• Flexible working & career progression
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
• Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments
• Private lettings are available from Nuplace' who give priority to social work professionals

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It's an offence to apply if you're barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Chris Williams on 01952 383782.