Preparing for Life (PfAL) Social Work Practitioner 8056

Norfolk County Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Preparing for Adult Life Service. This role involves supporting young people with complex needs as they transition into Adult Social Care, ensuring a coordinated approach across services. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification in Social Work and a commitment to a person-centred approach.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts through ‘Norfolk Rewards’

Local Government Pension Scheme

Car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles

Qualifications

• Understanding of legislative requirements related to the Care Act 2014.
• Experience working with young people with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and care planning under the Care Act 2014.
• Support young people transitioning into Adult Social Care.

Skills

Collaboration

Person-centred approach

Education

Professional qualification in Social Work

Job description

Job Description

Permanent contract | £38,626 to £40,476 per annum (Scale J) | 37 hours per week | County Hall, Norwich

The Preparing for Adult Life (PfAL) Service supports young people transitioning into Adult Social Care in a seamless, coordinated manner.

You will work with young people with complex needs and their families, demonstrating an understanding of legislative requirements related to the Care Act 2014 and other legislation such as the Children and Families Act 2014. The role involves carrying out assessments and care planning under the Care Act 2014.

We are seeking applications from candidates with a professional qualification in Social Work.

If you are committed to a person-centred approach and possess the skills to collaborate with colleagues across education, health, children’s, and adult social services to ensure a coordinated Preparing for Adult Life experience, we would like to hear from you. Join us in supporting the people of Norfolk.

For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact:

• Roger Allen at 01603 679228
• Devon Harris at 01603 223910

Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 05/05/2025.

Benefits of Working for Norfolk County Council

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options: flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Employee discounts through ‘Norfolk Rewards’
• Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient pension and bike schemes
• Car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles (eligibility applies)
• Referral bonus for hard-to-fill roles

Before applying, please review the full Job Description and Person Specification and our Terms and Conditions.

Existing Norfolk County Council employees can view and apply for vacancies via myOracle using their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email addresses.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 15 May 2025 at 23:59

Other applicants closing date: 25 May 2025 at 23:59

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts beautiful coastlines, the Broads, vibrant market towns, and a city rich in culture. Our growing economy is driven by sectors such as energy and food. We have ambitious plans for housing and educational development. Norfolk is an excellent place to live, work, and visit, fostering a thriving environment for businesses.

As the main local authority serving over 850,000 residents, we lead in policy development and service delivery, working with elected Members and partners to provide high-quality services and promote innovation and efficiency.