Social Work Practitioner - CMB2031e

Cumberland Council; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Carlisle seeks qualified Social Work Practitioners to assess needs of adults with complex situations. Join a supportive team offering flexible working and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates must understand the Care Act 2014 and manage complex cases. Salary ranges from £38,220 to £39,152 per annum.

Benefits

Flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully qualified social work practitioner.
• Robust understanding of The Care Act 2014.
• Skilled in undertaking assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and gather information for health needs.
• Support submission of Checklist and Decision Support Tool.
• Manage a mixed complexity case load.

Skills

Understanding of The Care Act 2014

Assessment skills

Case load management

Job description

About This Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a fully qualified and experienced social work practitioner to join Cumberland Council, working with adults who have a breadth of needs, which are likely to be complex in nature.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to be part of a creative, friendly, and very supportive team working with adults who have a range of needs. You would offered great professional benefits with the opportunity to develop a wide range of competences that will enhance the lives of the people we support.

About The Role

The post is primarily to assess needs and in doing so, gather information which would evidence a primary health need and support the submission of a Checklist and subsequent Decision Support Tool, under the National framework for NHS continuing healthcare and NHS-funded nursing care.

Who We Are Looking For

The Ideal candidates will have a robust understanding of the principles of The Care Act 2014 and will be skilled in undertaking assessments and be able to effectively manage a mixed complexity case load.

We recognise that social work can be a challenging job and if you are successful, you will be working in a supportive environment that is committed to your learning and career development.

Cumberland Council is a modern and supportive employer, and we have both the technology and the commitment to allow our employees to work flexibly and efficiently. You will travel around set geographical locations in Cumberland, as well as outside of the Cumberland area at times, and this can be balanced with homeworking as needed.

We Would Love To Hear From You

If you are interested in the above post and would like to have an informal discussion about joining our wonderful team, please contact Kath Stephenson, Service Manager on 07825340339.

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with an Adults and Children’s Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer — to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 06/10/2025
• Interview date: 09/10/2025

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please Read The Supporting Information

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council

Job Title: Social Work Practitioner x 2

Location: Cumbria house, Carlisle

Salary: £38,220 - £39,152 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working

Contract: Permanent