Adults - Social Worker Older People (Grade 11)

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Llandrindod Wells; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys County Council is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker to join the Older Persons Team. This role involves supporting older adults to maintain independence and well-being through assessments, safeguarding, and collaboration with various agencies. The position offers flexible working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working options

Ongoing training and professional development

Exceptional referral bonuses

Annual training budget of up to £250

Free DBS disclosures via fast-track online services

Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults and their carers in a social work setting.
• Strong understanding of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Commitment to person-centred and strengths-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and reviews to identify individual needs.
• Work with individuals and families to find sustainable solutions.
• Support individuals at risk of abuse or neglect.

Skills

Assessment

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Description

Powys County Council is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker to join our Older Persons Team (South). This is an exciting opportunity to work with individuals aged 65 and over, along with their carers, using a collaborative, strengths-based, and outcome-focused approach.

The role covers Hay and Talgarth, Brecon, Crickhowell, and Ystradgynlais localities, supporting older adults to maintain independence, enhance well-being, and access the right care and support at the right time.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and reviews to identify individual needs, ensuring support is tailored to promote independence and well-being.
• Apply the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 in practice, ensuring service users receive appropriate care and support.
• Work with individuals and their families to find sustainable solutions to challenges, both in the short and long term.
• Apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, ensuring decision-making is in the best interest of service users.
• Support individuals who may be at risk of abuse or neglect, taking appropriate safeguarding actions.
• Work in partnership with health colleagues, third-sector organisations, and other agencies to provide a coordinated and proportionate response.
• Promote strengths-based approaches to empower individuals and their carers to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Care Wales.
• Experience: Working with older adults and their carers in a social work setting.
• Knowledge: A strong understanding of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding legislation.
• Skills: Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with service users and multi-agency partners.
• Other Requirements: Commitment to person-centred, strengths-based, and outcome-focused practice.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of older adults.
• Flexible and hybrid working options available.
• Ongoing training and professional development to support career progression.
• Work in a beautiful and diverse county, providing varied and rewarding social work experiences.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email your CV to [e-mail].

If this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly into our engaged and devoted team, you will receive a referral bonus of £350 for successful placement.

Benefits of Working with SCS

• A dedicated Social Work consultant offering a single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per successful referral.
• An extensive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK.
• Nationwide staffing to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Payment options including Ltd and PAYE.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and online CPD training.
• Excellent loyalty schemes and bonuses.
• Free DBS disclosures via fast-track online services.