Qualified Social Worker

Integrated Care System; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in integrated care is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to support vulnerable individuals in Milton Keynes. The role involves managing a complex caseload, conducting assessments, and facilitating group activities. With a focus on professional development, this position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, including annual leave and wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Salary up to £37,000

33 days annual leave plus birthday off

Free meals and parking

Wellbeing support and activities

Career development and training opportunities

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration and degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience essential.
• Experience in Forensic, Criminal Justice, or Mental Health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex caseloads and conduct social care assessments.
• Collaborate on safeguarding and conduct annual social care reassessments.
• Liaise with home authorities during admission and discharge.

Skills

Social Work

Risk Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Completed ASYE programme

Job description

As a Social Worker, you can be the reason why lives change for the better, helping some of the most vulnerable people gain a brighter future.

Main duties of the job

As a Social Worker, you will manage a complex caseload and be responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments, facilitate group activities, and contribute to ICR meetings, supporting service users to make viable plans for their future. You will report to the Lead Social Worker, manage internal investigations, liaise with home authorities during admission and discharge, and have access to training opportunities to support your career growth.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, part of Ramsay Health Care, operates across 10 countries with over 86,000 employees. We are committed to safe, inclusive, and accessible recruitment practices.

Job responsibilities

• Manage referrals to Local Authorities in line with safeguarding procedures
• Collaborate closely with MAPPA
• Present reports in formal settings such as First Tier Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings
• Educate hospital staff on safeguarding matters
• Complete annual social care reassessments within the CPA framework
• Facilitate access to welfare, housing, advocacy, and support services
• Participate in 1:1 supervision sessions

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• Completed ASYE programme
• At least 2 years post-qualifying experience
• Experience in Forensic, Criminal Justice, or Mental Health settings

Location

Chadwick Lodge and Eaglestone View, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. These secure services provide specialized treatment for detained service users with complex mental health and offending histories, aiming to reduce re-offending and improve quality of life.

Benefits

• Salary up to £37,000
• 33 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities
• Career development and training opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity Package

Next steps

You will join a stable, innovative organization with a broad network across mental health, neurological, learning disabilities & autism, and children's services, offering opportunities for growth and advancement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration, degree, completed ASYE, 2+ years post-qualifying, experience in relevant settings

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the nature of the work and safeguarding responsibilities.