Social Worker

North Somerset Council; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the South Adult Locality Team in Weston-super-Mare. This role involves undertaking Care Act assessments, supporting individuals with complex needs, and collaborating with multi-agency partners. Candidates must be registered Social Workers with experience in adult social care and knowledge of relevant legislation. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension

Opportunities for professional development

Dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in statutory adult social care, particularly in learning disability services.
• Strong working knowledge of legislative frameworks, especially the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Proven ability to manage complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments and contributions to Best Interest decisions.
• Collaborate with health colleagues and multi-agency partners.
• Manage a caseload and coordinate safeguarding enquiries.

Skills

Passion for social work

Experience in statutory adult social care

Understanding of safeguarding legislation

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our South Adult Locality Team. This is well-established and supportive Adult Social Care Team based at Town Hall, Weston- super- Mare with hybrid working. The team covers Weston, Worle areas and surrounding villages

In this role, you will work within key legislative frameworks including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Mental Health Act 1983, you will make defensible decisions in partnership with people with care and support needs, supporting them to take positive risks in order to promote and balance their independence, safety and wellbeing.

As a Social Worker you will be undertaking Care Act Assessments, and co-producing care and support plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and assets to determine person-centred outcomes. You will undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision making. You will hold a manageable caseload and will have shared responsibility for coordinating safeguarding enquiries in a person-centred way.

You will use your social work knowledge, skills and values to promote the rights and choices of people with care and support needs.

You will work in close partnership with people with care and support needs, their families, carers and a range of multi-agency partners to achieve desired and eligible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, care and support planning in line with statutory guidance


• Apply the Mental Capacity Act and contribute to Best Interest decisions

Safeguarding Interventions

• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, and other agencies to deliver coordinated responses to complex needs


• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and statutory frameworks

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closing in 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Select Workstyle Type which means you can expect to work in the following way:

Flexible Worker

• 2-3 days in the office


• Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.


• Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about [relevant field/area], and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England


• Demonstrable experience in statutory adult social care, particularly within learning disability services


• Strong working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act, and Safeguarding legislation

Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and make sound, defensible decisions

Effective partnership working with multi-disciplinary professionals, individuals, and families.

Desirable Criteria

Previous Social Work Practice

Ability to prioritise tasks and be able to work under pressure

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits


• Flexible working arrangements


• Local Government Pension


• Opportunities for professional development


• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums


• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year


• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team


• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Martin Chacku, Team Manager, at [e-mail] or 07385 039 450

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.