Senior Social Worker

Herts Legal Service - Hertfordshire County Council; Hemel Hempstead, Watford; Hybrid; GBP 42,839 - 47,181; Full time

Job summary

Herts Legal Service - Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join Adult Care Services in Hertfordshire. The role offers a starting salary of £42,839 progressing to £47,181 per year, with a welcome payment and relocation/car lease schemes (terms apply).

Hybrid working is available, with two days per week in the office at Hemel Hempstead, Watford, and other Hertfordshire sites. The post requires SWE registration, a driving licence, and completion of the ASYE program,

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with SWE registration and at least 2 years post-qualification experience.
• ASYE completion and adherence to Social Work England standards.
• Full driving licence and ability to drive/travel within Hertfordshire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating social workers and support services.
• Managing schedules and handling community issues.
• Providing emotional support and guidance to individuals and families.
• Assessing and reviewing cases of individuals and families.
• Organising and managing packages of support for fuller lives.
• Making referrals and participating in multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintaining records and preparing reports for legal action.

Skills

Fluent English

Driving licence

Education

Registered Social Worker (SWE) with 2+ years post-qualified experience

ASYE program completed

Job description

Job Title: Senior Social Worker

Starting Salary: £42,839 progressing to £47,181 per annum (pro rata for part time) + £2k welcome payment, relocation & car lease schemes (terms apply) - pay award pending

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Hertfordshire

Contract Type: Permanent

Directorate: Adult Care Services

Responsibilities

• Coordinating different social workers and support services
• Managing schedules and handling issues or concerns within the community
• Providing emotional support and guidance to individuals and families
• Assessing and reviewing the situations of individuals and families
• Organising and managing packages of support to enable people to lead fuller lives
• Making referrals to other agencies and participating in multidisciplinary teams
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports for legal action

Essential Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker (SWE) with at least 2 years post-qualified experience
• Full driving licence
• Successfully completed ASYE program and adheres to Social Work England professional standards
• Experience with Care Act assessments for eligible current and historical cases using Connected Lives strategy
• Confirmation of specialist role (e.g. AMHP, Best Interest Assessor, Practice Educator) or commitment to undertake within appointment

Location & Working Arrangements

Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

Locations include Hemel Hempstead, Watford and other Hertfordshire sites.

Required Checks and Skills

• Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check required
• Ability to drive and/or travel within Hertfordshire
• Fluency in English, including spoken and written communication

Legal and Equality

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The role requires a DBS check and suitable driving licence.