Safeguarding Social Worker: High-Impact Provider Enquiries

West Northamptonshire Council; Northampton; Híbrido; GBP 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retention payment eligibility

Social Work England registration

Community Care Inform access

Descripción de la vacante

West Northamptonshire Council's Adult Social Care team is recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join a specialist Safeguarding Team. You will lead safeguarding enquiries, assess risk and work with providers to improve practice and prevent issues.

This role is hybrid, with regular office and provider site visits. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, and you will operate with professional curiosity in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in adult social care and safeguarding.
• Ability to lead enquiries and manage risk in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Lead safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act.
• Undertake timely investigations while meeting defined timeframes.
• Visit providers to assess practice and gather evidence.
• Analyse trends across safeguarding activity to identify wider risks.
• Work closely with health services, quality teams and care providers.
• Support and challenge providers to improve standards and reduce risk.
• Deliver guidance and training to help providers understand safeguarding thresholds.
• Contribute to a duty system and respond to safeguarding concerns.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Educación

Social Work degree

Descripción del empleo

West Northamptonshire Council's Adult Social Care team is recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join a specialist Safeguarding Team. You will lead safeguarding enquiries, assess risk and work with providers to improve practice and prevent issues.

This role is hybrid, with regular office and provider site visits. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, and you will operate with professional curiosity in a fast-paced environment.