Social Worker

Integrated Care System; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health authority in Bath is seeking two dedicated Social Workers to support older adults with mental health needs. You will manage complex cases and work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates are registered Social Workers committed to person-centred care. Flexibility to work across Bath and North East Somerset is essential. This role includes a welcome payment upon successful completion of probation, extensive professional development, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Welcome payment of 5% of starting salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development support

Qualifications

• A registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation.
• A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel across the area required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload, including complex and higher-risk cases.
• Undertake assessments of need and risk, and develop strengths-based care plans.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to multi-agency decision-making.
• Work collaboratively across health and social care.

Skills

Complex mental health needs

Adult social care knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication

Commitment to person-centred care

Anti-discriminatory practice

Education

Registered Social Worker with Social Work England

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day Join Our Mental Health Social Work Team!Are you passionate about supporting older adults with mental health needs? Do you thrive in a collaborative, person-centred environment where your professional development is valued? If so, wed love to hear from you.Were looking for two dedicated Social Workers to join our dynamic and compassionate Older Adult Community Mental Health Team in Bath and North-East Somerset (BaNES). Whether you're an experienced practitioner or a newly qualified social worker ready to make your mark, this is your opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

Main duties of the job

About YouWere looking for someone who is:-A registered Social Worker with Social Work England-Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs-Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation-A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills-Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care-Youll need a full driving licence and the ability to travel across the area.

About us

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Job responsibilities

At Bath & North-East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

This role comes with a welcome payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade – a thank-you for joining our permanent team. This bonus is paid upon successful completion of your probation and is subject to eligibility.

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Mental Health Social Work Team!

Are you passionate about supporting older adults with mental health needs? Do you thrive in a collaborative, person-centred environment where your professional development is valued? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for two dedicated Social Workers to join our dynamic and compassionate Older Adult Community Mental Health Team in Bath and North-East Somerset (BaNES). Whether you're an experienced practitioner or a newly qualified social worker ready to make your mark, this is your opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

About the Team

Our team is part of a recently transformed service aligned with the Community Mental Health Framework. We support older adults experiencing mental ill health and complex neurodegenerative conditions, helping them live safely and independently.

We are a truly integrated, multi-disciplinary team made up of professionals from both the local authority and the Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP). You’ll work alongside nurses, psychologists, medics, allied health professionals, and support workers in a collaborative, co-located environment.

We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects our community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people living with disabilities.

About the Role

We are recruiting for two Social Worker II positions:

• One based in Midsomer Norton, covering rural North -East Somerset
• One based in Bath, covering the city area

Flexibility to work across both locations and the wider BaNES area is essential.

As a Social Worker II, you will:

• Manage a varied caseload, including complex and higher-risk cases
• Undertake assessments of need and risk, and develop strengths-based, outcome-focused care plans
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to multi-agency decision-making
• Work collaboratively across health and social care to deliver high-quality, person-centred support

We are also open to applications from newly qualified social workers with relevant experience and a passion for working with older adults. We will fully support your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). Please see role profile for RP257_Social Worker I.

Interested?

If you’d like to find out more or have an informal chat about the role, please contact:

• Beccy Pracownik – [e-mail] or phone [phone]

Interview Date: 01/09/2025

No agencies, please.

*Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS Check.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• -A registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• -Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs
• -Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation
• -A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• -Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care
• -Youll need a full driving licence and the ability to travel across the area.
• -A registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• -Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs
• -Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation
• -A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• -Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care
• -Youll need a full driving licence and the ability to travel across the area.

Experience

• -A registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• -Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs
• -Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation
• -A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• -Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care
• -Youll need a full driving licence and the ability to travel across the area.
• -A registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• -Experienced in working with individuals with complex mental health needs
• -Knowledgeable in adult social care, safeguarding, and mental health legislation
• -A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• -Committed to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred care
• -Youll need a full driving licence and the ability to travel across the area.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Address

BANES Complex Intervention and Treatment Team

BANES Complex Intervention and Treatment Team