Social Worker

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Pension benefits

Professional development and ASYE

Mileage payments

Wellbeing support

Friendly, inclusive workplace

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council in Newark and Sherwood is seeking two permanent Social Worker posts in the Adult Social Care team. The role focuses on assessing needs of adults with disabilities, mental health or learning disabilities, and coordinating outcomes for self-directed living.

Posts are hybrid and available full-time or 18.5 hours per week. Registration with Social Work England is required; Band B applicants need at least two years post-qualification experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold Social Work England registration.
• At least two years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience of managing complex cases and working with health and social care partners.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments to identify individual needs and aspirations
• Coordinate a range of outcomes to meet those needs
• Promote personalisation and self-directed support
• Work with health professionals and community partners
• Carry out safeguarding duties and risk assessments
• Give support and guidance to individuals and their families
• Keep accurate records and documentation

Skills

Legislation knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Resilience

Customer care

Teamwork

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Job description

This is one of two permanent Social Worker posts in the Adult Social Care team for Newark and Sherwood, run by Nottinghamshire County Council. The work centres on assessing the needs of adults with disabilities, mental health needs or learning disabilities and coordinating the outcomes that help them direct their own lives. Posts are hybrid and available full-time or at 18.5 hours a week. Social Work England registration is required, and Band B applicants need at least two years' post-qualification experience.

What the job involves

• Carry out assessments to identify individual needs and aspirations
• Coordinate a range of outcomes to meet those needs
• Promote personalisation and self-directed support
• Work with health professionals and community partners
• Carry out safeguarding duties and risk assessments
• Give support and guidance to individuals and their families
• Keep accurate records and documentation

What’s required

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification

Registration & licences

• Social Work England registration

Experience

• At least two years' post-qualification experience (Band B applicants)
• Experience of managing complex cases and working with health and social care partners

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of adult social care legislation and safeguarding practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport
• Problem-solving in complex situations
• Resilience and adaptability to manage competing demands
• Commitment to customer care and strength-based practice
• Works effectively as part of a team

What’s offered

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Generous annual leave
• Pension benefits
• Professional development and ASYE support
• Mileage payments
• Wellbeing support
• Friendly, inclusive workplace