Gloucestershire Social Worker Locality Team

Eden Brown Synergy; Painswick; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in social care is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Adult Social Care Locality Team in Gloucestershire. This frontline role requires managing a caseload, responding to crises, and undertaking safeguarding work under the Care Act 2014. Candidates should be qualified Social Workers with experience in Adult Social Care, Court of Protection work, and the ability to manage risks effectively. The contract guarantees at least 3 months, offering competitive compensation, including a £150 weekly allowance.

Benefits

DBS check processed and paid

Referral bonus available

Twice weekly payroll

Dedicated recruitment consultant support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing a caseload.
• Experience with Court of Protection work is essential.
• Availability to attend office three days a week in Tewkesbury.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload within an Adult Social Care Locality Team.
• Undertake Care Act assessments and support planning.
• Respond to crisis situations with face-to-face visits.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Experience working in Adult Social Care

Crisis management skills

Ability to manage risk

Driving licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Gloucestershire Council who are looking for Social Worker - Adult Social Care (Locality Team)

• Social Worker - Adult Social Care (Locality Team)
• Location: Gloucestershire (Tewkesbury-based)
• Rate: £35 per hour + £150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance
• Contract: Minimum 3 months (guaranteed)

We are currently recruiting an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Locality Team in Gloucestershire. This is a frontline community-based role supporting adults with care and support needs, responding to crises, and undertaking safeguarding work in line with the Care Act 2014.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload within an Adult Social Care Locality Team
• Undertaking Care Act assessments, support planning, reviews and reassessments
• Completing Court of Protection work where required
• Responding to crisis situations and undertaking face-to-face visits across Gloucestershire
• Undertaking safeguarding work, including Safeguarding Front Door Hub duties
• Applying strengths-based practice using the Three Conversations approach

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• Proven experience working in Adult Social Care
• Experience of Court of Protection work
• Ability to respond to crises and manage risk effectively
• Availability to attend the Tewkesbury office 3 days per week
• Must be able to undertake daily visits in Tewkesbury
• Driving licence preferred due to community visits

Working Arrangements

• First 2 weeks office-based for a robust induction
• Thereafter 3 days per week office-based in Tewkesbury for visits, meetings and supervision
• Agile/remote working supported on non-office days
• Capped caseloads at 25

What We Offer

• £35 per hour (consistent pay rate)
• £150 weekly accommodation or mileage allowance (terms and conditions apply receipts required)
• Guaranteed 3-month placement
• Regular supervision and ongoing management support
• Two-weekly reviews of outstanding vacancies

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Richie Johnson at or call on (phone number removed)

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

Refer someone who might be interested in & get £300 referral bonus !!

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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