COPDOL Social Workers

Cheshire West and Chester Council; Winsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council is seeking Full-time Court of Protection Deprivation of Liberty Social Workers to join their adult social care team. The role involves championing the rights of local people and ensuring high-quality, person-centered care within a supportive and dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a social work qualification and demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact in adult social care, with opportunities for career development and hybrid working.

Benefits

Discounts

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Career development

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Social Work England Registration is essential.
• At least X years post-qualifying experience required.
• Knowledge of social work policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Engage with local people to understand their care needs.
• Lead COP DoL cases and ensure least restrictive support plans.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Stress management

Legal literacy

Education

CQSW/CSS/Diploma/Degree in Social Work

Job description

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Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution-focused team.

Whether you are seeking meaningful work, career progression, pay increases, or a great work-life balance, Adult Social Care offers opportunities to suit you. If you want to be part of our welcoming, values-driven service and are passionate about making a real difference for local people, please review our available roles.

We are recruiting x Full-time Court of Protection Deprivation of Liberty Social Worker positions.

Please note these posts are borough-wide; the team will be based at the Portal Ellesmere Port and HQ in Chester. Workers will be expected to operate across the entire council footprint, completing COP DoL applications within adult social care, with relevant experience and knowledge of the process.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive, guided by our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money, and Empowerment.

Are you a Best Interest Assessor or experienced Social Worker registered with Social Work England, looking for your next challenge? Are you passionate about improving outcomes for adults and seeking a supportive working environment that promotes personal wellbeing and continuous development? Then Cheshire West and Chester Council could be the ideal place for you.

We provide high-quality, person-centred social care for adults and support individuals to improve their lives daily through our dedicated teams.

Our values shape our work environment, fostering positive spaces where colleagues and service users can thrive. If you share our values and commitment, you are our ideal candidate.

We seek dedicated, motivated team players to join us as Best Interest Assessors or Experienced Social Workers, leading COP DOL cases across our adult teams.

• Work in a forward-thinking council with shared values.
• Engage with local people to understand and support their care needs.
• Ensure support plans are least restrictive and connected to community assets.
• Receive support from proactive management.
• Enhance your legal literacy with our legal support services.
• Develop your career through training, with costs of professional registration covered.

You will have:

• CQSW/CSS/Diploma/Degree in Social Work or equivalent (Essential)
• At least X years post-qualifying experience (Essential)
• Social Work England Registration (Essential)
• Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List checks (Essential)
• Knowledge of social work policies and recent service developments.
• Effective communication skills with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Resilience and adaptability to change.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary and integrated approaches.
• Ability to assess and support plan within relevant legislation.
• Energetic, confident, and sensitive approach.
• Motivated to make a difference in adult social care.
• Stress management skills.

Role-specific requirements include:

• Best Interest Assessor qualification and relevant experience (desirable)
• Significant social work experience, including progression to advanced roles.
• Experience with Court of Protection applications.
• Ability to prioritize workload and make liberty decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and IT skills, with report writing capability.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and related legislation.

Join us in a reputable authority with a positive culture and inclusive environment. We value our workforce, prioritizing wellbeing.

This is a hybrid role, based at various council locations, with visits across the borough and options for remote work. Benefits include discounts, holiday allowance, pension scheme, career development, recognition rewards, and wellbeing support.

For more information about working at Cheshire West and Chester Council, including benefits, please visit our website.

No candidate will meet every requirement. If your experience differs but you believe you can add value, we welcome your application.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is committed to equality and diversity. Please see our policies for more details.

We have adopted a Local Living Wage of £X per hour for all contracted hours.