Social Worker

Walsall Council; Walsall; Híbrido; GBP 44.000 - 48.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Hybrid working arrangements

Registration fees paid (SWE)

Employee benefits package

Resumo da vaga

Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker (Grade G9) to join the Locality Adults Team in Walsall. The role focusses on strengths-based, person-centred practice to help vulnerable adults achieve independence and positive outcomes.

The successful candidate must hold a recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and have at least three years of post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care. Hybrid working is available.

Qualificações

• recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• minimum of three years' post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake strengths-based assessments in accordance with Care Act 2014.
• Complete mental capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, care providers, families and partner agencies.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to positive risk management.
• Support adults to promote choice, independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain high-quality recording and evidence-based practice in line with professional standards and local procedures.

Conhecimentos

Strengths-based assessment

Mental capacity assessment

Person-centred care planning

Record-keeping

Formação

Social Work qualification

Descrição da vaga

Experienced Social Worker: (Grade G9) - Locality Adults Team - Ref: SS06426
Grade G9: £44,253- £47,665 per annum

We are currently looking for an experienced Social Workers to join our well established, highly experienced and supportive Locality Adults Social Care Team in Walsall.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a strengths-based, person-centred service that supports vulnerable adults with to achieve positive outcomes, maximise independence, and live the lives they choose.

The successful candidates must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be actively registered with Social Work England. Applicants should have a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience working within Adult Social Care.

The Role

As a Social Worker within our Locality Adults Team, you will:

• Undertake strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Complete mental capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, care providers, families and partner agencies.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and contribute to positive risk management.
• Support adults to promote choice, independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain high-quality recording and evidence-based practice in line with professional standards and local procedures.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• A well established, very experienced and supportive team with strong management oversight and a commitment to excellence.
• Regular supervision, reflective practice and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Payment of Social Work England annual registration fees.
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits package, including discounted local gym memberships and other local and national employee benefits.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about making a difference, looking for stability, and want to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality social work practice, we would love to hear from you.

Why Walsall?

Walsall is a great place to be a Social Worker. We are committed to strengths-based, person-centred practice that places the individual at the heart of decision-making. We believe in having the right conversation at the right time, working alongside people, families and communities to build on strengths, maximise independence and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Our team is known for its strong reputation for collaborative working, professional support and excellent practice. You will be joining a well-established, very experienced and welcoming team where colleagues work in unity to share knowledge, support one another and continuously develop their skills.

We are committed to investing in our workforce and offer a positive working environment where you will be supported through regular supervision, learning and development opportunities, and access to experienced managers and practitioners. We recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer hybrid working, flexible working arrangements and a range of employee benefits.

At Walsall, we value diversity and are committed to promoting equality and anti-discriminatory practice. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve

Closing Date: 24th November 2026

View: Job Description and Employee Specification

This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas.

At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole - particularly your 'Supporting Information' - reflects your own voice.