Social Worker – Adults

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Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for their Complex Disabilities Team in Denbigh. This permanent role offers flexible working options to assist individuals in achieving independence. Candidates must hold an accredited social work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales. The position comes with generous annual leave, employee wellness programs, and significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible and agile working opportunities

26 to 32 days of annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Family friendly policies

Free parking at the office

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registration with Social Care Wales as a social worker is essential.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Enable individuals to optimize their level of independence.
• Conduct appropriate assessments for clients.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Enthusiasm and motivation

Ability to work flexibly

Effective partnership working

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

Job description

**Please note, candidates must apply by completing the online application form via the Denbighshire County Council website in order to be considered for this vacancy*

Social Worker - Adults

Job Reference: AHSS00259D1SJE
Location: Denbigh / Agile working
Salary: Grade 8 – 9, £36,363 to £42,839 per annum. Salary on appointment will be in accordance with the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.
Hours: 37 per week/Flexible
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 19/08/2025

Essential Requirements:

Please be advised that we are not able to issue certificates of sponsorship.
Registration with Social Care Wales as a social worker is an essential requirement.
Applicants must hold a qualification in social work i.e. degree or social work predecessor e.g. DipSW.
The Complex Disabilities Team is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to the position of Social Worker.

The successful applicant will work within a multi-disciplinary team aiming to enable individuals to optimise their level of independence within their own home and communities.

A commitment to positive and effective partnership working is a core requirement of the role.

The post holder will undertake appropriate and proportionate assessments to enable individuals and their families to achieve realistic and desirable outcomes.

A Professional qualification in Social Work and registration with Social Care Wales is essential, along with a commitment to continuing professional development. The post holder will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team and must have the drive, energy and self-motivation to prioritise and manage own workload.

The post holder will be able to work flexibly, and the team offer blended working, from home and from the office.

If you would like to discuss any aspect of the post, please call Alaw Gwyn on 01824 712750.

What makes Denbighshire County Council a great place to work?

We believe the hard work and commitment of our staff should be properly rewarded, so we offer a range of benefits to help our employees achieve a work/life balance, develop in their career, and we support them in their work.

Flexible and agile working opportunities working from home or the office
Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays) rising with length of service to a total of 32 days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Focus on Employee Wellbeing and access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
Lifestyle Savings via DCC Rewards Direct (high street shopping, holidays, days out etc)
Car salary sacrifice scheme and car leasing scheme
Family friendly policies
Reimbursement of the Social Care Wales registration fee
Free parking at the office
A full induction, reflective supervision along with management support
Excellent training and development opportunities and an established CPD programme.
How to Apply?

To apply for this exciting vacancy, please complete our online application form via the website, where you can also view the full job description and personal specification:

www.denbighshire.gov.uk/work-for-us

Please outline on your application form how you meet all the essential criteria for this position within your supporting statement.

Candidates must complete an application form on our website to be considered. We regret that we are unable to reply to all applications. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been short listed for interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.