Newly Qualified Social Worker

Hillingdon Council; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking newly qualified Social Workers to empower individuals through strength-based approaches. This role involves managing a protected caseload, conducting assessments, and developing support plans for residents with diverse needs. The organization offers an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) to help you hone your skills and become a competent social worker. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role provides flexible working hours, generous holiday entitlement, and various benefits aimed at supporting your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous holiday entitlement

Discounts at leisure centres

Salary sacrifice schemes

Cycle-to-work scheme

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Travel support

Qualifications

• Newly qualified Social Workers to support residents with various needs.
• Ability to manage a protected caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Care Act assessments and develop support plans.
• Complete reviews for packages of care and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Research-informed practices

Collaborative approach

Strength-based practices

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

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About the role

We are seeking newly qualified Social Workers to support residents with a range of needs, using strength-based approaches to empower individuals. You will manage a protected caseload including older people and those with physical disabilities.

We offer an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) to help you develop your skills and become a competent social worker.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Care Act assessments and develop support plans.
• Complete reviews for packages of care.
• Participate in team meetings and professional forums.
• Apply preventative and strength-based practices.
• Develop skills in safeguarding vulnerable adults.
• Complete the ASYE programme.

About You

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to apply research-informed practices.
• Collaborative approach with multi-agency partners.
• Keen to build on existing knowledge and skills.

Additional Information

Please highlight your relevant experience, especially in working with adults and any lived experience. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment clearances.

Benefits

We offer flexible working hours, a 36-hour workweek, generous holiday entitlement, discounts at leisure centres, salary sacrifice schemes, cycle-to-work scheme, pension scheme, mental health support, travel support, and more.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Recruitment Information

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria. All posts require pre-employment screening, including an Enhanced DBS check, qualifications, and professional registration verification.

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Early application is advised due to potential early closure of the role.