Assistant Social Worker - Aylesbury

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Social Work Assistant to join their Buckinghamshire team. This role involves conducting assessments, collaborating with professionals, and supporting older adults in the community. Opportunities for career progression and training are available, making it an ideal first step into social work.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Access to tailored learning and development

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS discounts at various shops and restaurants

Competitive pension scheme

Lease car and cycle-to-work schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation

Support groups by Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Qualifications

• Must have a full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments for older adults and their carers.
• Use a strengths-based approach to support independence.
• Collaborate with Social Workers and health colleagues.

Skills

Assessment

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

Do you want to take a first step into the world of social work?

The Buckinghamshire Social Work team is looking for a Social Work Assistant.

You will carry out a range of social care tasks, including assessment of need, review of existing packages of care for service users and carers under the Care Act. This is a new role within this structure, offering opportunities to extend and develop your skills and knowledge.

There are excellent opportunities for career progression into Buckinghamshire Council's Apprenticeship programme to become a qualified Social Worker. Training and development opportunities are available from both Oxford Health and Buckinghamshire Council, providing a wide range of options for learning and development.

The post-holder will be required to visit people in their own homes and placements across the north of Buckinghamshire and input directly into the Council's electronic information system, LAS. There is an expectation to train to carry out the Appropriate Adult function under the Police & Criminal Evidence Act and act in this capacity on a rota basis.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Undertake Care Act assessments for older adults and their carers who are ordinarily resident in Buckinghamshire and appear to be in need of care and support.
2. Use a strengths-based approach to help older adults and their families make the best use of community resources to support independence.
3. Arrange for commissioned services where necessary, in line with eligibility and Council policy.
4. Review existing packages of care in accordance with the Care Act and s117 MHA.
5. Develop an understanding of the Council's charging, top-up, and choice policies; provide information and advice to older adults and their families during assessments and arrangements.
6. Collaborate with Social Workers and health colleagues to deliver a supportive and empowering service to older adults and their families.

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. Please note, due to the nature of this role, we are unable to provide sponsorship.

Oxford Health is a great place to work. To showcase your suitability, please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and tailor your supporting statement to the role, addressing essential criteria.

Our services deliver physical, mental health, and social care across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and Northeast Somerset, at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, aiming to provide care as close to home as possible. Our vision is: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”.

Our values are: “Caring, safe, and excellent”.

Benefits include:

• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored learning and development
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with service
• NHS discounts at various shops and restaurants
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car and cycle-to-work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists apply)
• Support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Shaili Trivedi
• Job title: Assistant Team Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we value candidates with the right attitude and motivation, even if they do not meet all the requirements. If you're excited about this opportunity, please get in touch to discuss further.

Contact: Karen Snookes, Assistant Team Manager, North Adult Social Care Team

• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]