Social Work Support Assistant

Northumberland Fire Group; Blyth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Social Work Support Assistant in the Countywide Learning Disabilities team, focused on providing high-quality support for adults with care needs. The role involves assessments, safeguarding, and promoting independence, requiring a commitment to enable service users effectively.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Participation in Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave per month

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults in social care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to mental health and adult social care.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing mental illness and learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Completing needs and risk assessments for service users.
• Monitoring and reviewing outcomes for service users.
• Maintaining written and electronic records to standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy

Time management

Education

NVQ 3 in Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Social Work Support Assistant, Adult Social Care – Permanent, Full time (37 hours), countywide Learning Disabilities Team.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Work Support Assistant / Care Manager 1 to join our Countywide Learning Disabilities team. We are looking for a passionate person, keen to deliver high-quality service.

About the role:

As a key worker for adults with care needs and learning disabilities over 18 years of age, you will be the main point of contact for support and advice to them and their families. You will ensure their safety and help them live as independently as possible. Responsibilities include completing needs assessments, safeguarding, reviewing healthcare needs, and promoting self-directed support. You will work within the countywide Learning Disability team, collaborating with social work colleagues and health professionals, including nurses, psychologists, and primary health staff.

You should have a strong commitment to enabling service users to live independently and think creatively about their options. The role involves managing risks and protecting service users from harm. You need to work well independently and in a team, with good time management, interpersonal, advocacy, communication, and IT skills.

Main responsibilities include:

1. Carrying out assessments and working with service users and carers to meet their desired outcomes, seeking guidance when needed.
2. Managing and planning work to monitor and review outcomes.
3. Undertaking Carers’ and Risk Assessments as part of the care management process.
4. Participating in the Duty System for ad hoc work, processing information, and acting under supervision.
5. Supporting shadowing of students and new staff from other disciplines.
6. Maintaining written and electronic records to organisational standards.
7. Providing reports, assessment outcomes, and recommendations.
8. Advocating on behalf of service users.

Essential requirements:

• NVQ 3 in social care or equivalent.
• Experience working with adults in social care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to mental health and adult social care.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing mental illness, learning disabilities, or physical conditions.
• Valid driving license and access to a car for work purposes.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality service, we would like to hear from you! For more information, contact Alan Anderson at 0791759479307 or [e-mail]

About Northumberland County Council:

Our vision is ‘Land of Great Opportunities’. We offer outstanding benefits, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years.
• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave per month.

For more benefits and information, visit our website.

Additional information:

Guidance on applying and our Equality and Diversity principles are available in the attached notes. We are an equal opportunities employer and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants. To notify us of your eligibility, email [e-mail] or call 01670 623930. If you need an alternative application format, please contact us.

Applications are processed via our Tribepad system. All communication regarding your application will be sent to your registered email, so please check regularly, including spam/junk folders.

• Job Category: Social Care - Adult Service
• Directorate: Adults, Ageing and Wellbeing