Social Worker

Warwickshire County Council; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Generous annual leave

Bank holidays

Vivup benefits

Pension scheme

Job summary

Warwickshire County Council invites applications from experienced or newly qualified Social Workers to join the Adult Safeguarding Team. You will manage safeguarding enquiries, assess risk and develop safeguarding plans in collaboration with adults, carers and partner agencies.

This countywide role offers regular supervision, ASYE support for NQSWs, and a strong commitment to strengths-based practice and Making Safeguarding Personal. Based primarily in Warwick or Bedworth with some travel.

Qualifications

• Professional Social Work qualification (MA/BA/BSc or CQSW).
• Social Work England registration or eligibility for registration on appointment.
• Commitment to strengths-based practice and Making Safeguarding Personal.
• Mobility and driving licence required.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage safeguarding enquiries and interventions for adults at risk.
• Assess and manage risk and develop safeguarding plans.
• Collaborate with adults, carers, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to team duty rota and screen referrals per procedures.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Relationship-building

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Education

MA/BA/BSc in Social Work or CQSW

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Social Worker who is passionate about safeguarding adults and improving outcomes. Applications are welcomed from:

• Experienced Social Workers.


• Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs).


• Social Workers who have recently completed, or are nearing completion of, their ASYE.

As a Social Worker within the Adult Safeguarding Team, you will manage a caseload of safeguarding enquiries and interventions, working with adults who may be experiencing, or are at risk of, abuse or neglect. While caseloads will be allocated geographically where possible, the role requires countywide working to meet service demand. You will undertake safeguarding enquiries, assess and manage risk, develop safeguarding plans and work collaboratively with adults, carers, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. The role also includes participation in the team's duty rota, responding to new safeguarding concerns and screening referrals in line with the West Midlands Adult Safeguarding Procedures. Adult Safeguarding is a challenging but rewarding area of practice, offering opportunities to develop expertise in risk management, professional curiosity, multi-agency working and complex decision-making. We are looking for resilient, motivated practitioners who are committed to strengths-based practice and the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal. Your normal place of work will be Warwick or Bedworth. You may also be required to work at other locations as reasonably necessary for the proper performance of your duties.

Support for Newly Qualified Social Workers

• Regular supervision and mentoring.


• A structured Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme.


• Protected learning and development opportunities.


• Specialist safeguarding training.


• Reflective practice and peer learning., The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

• Applicants must hold a professional Social Work qualification (MA/BA/BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work or Certificate of Qualification in Social Work (CQSW)).


• Social Work England registration, or eligibility for registration upon appointment.


• Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Social Workers and experienced practitioners.


• Commitment to strengths-based practice and Making Safeguarding Personal.


• Strong assessment, communication and relationship-building skills.


• Ability to work effectively within a multi‑agency environment.


• Mobility is essential. Able-bodied applicants must be able to drive, hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Disabled applicants should be able to perform the role with aid, where necessary.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Warwickshire's specialist Adult Safeguarding Team and make a real difference to the lives of adults across the county. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will join a skilled, supportive team committed to delivering high‑quality safeguarding practice and helping you develop your career.

At Warwickshire County Council

We are committed to strengths‑based practice and supporting adults to live safe, independent and fulfilling lives. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our countywide Safeguarding Adults Short Term (SAST) Team, a specialist Adult Safeguarding service working with adults who may be experiencing, or are at risk of, abuse or neglect. Working for Warwickshire - This is the difference you make Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them! At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire's economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.

Warwickshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre‑engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

£37,563.00-£43,149.00 per annum. Salary will be dependant on qualifications and experience, Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage - Warwickshire Pension Fund

• The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform.