Social Worker (Adults Care and Support)

North East Combined Authority; Alnwick; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave + 31 days after 5

Free parking

Equipment provided (mobile phone and l

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate. The role is based across Berwick-upon-Tweed and Alnwick, covering North Northumberland with a focus on person-centred practice and high-quality support for adults with disabilities, long-term conditions and mental health needs.

You will work autonomously on your caseload with supervision, ensuring Care Act duties are met and outcomes are improved through collaborative team

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registered with Social Work England.
• Successful completion of UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to use a car for work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage own caseload with supervision.
• Receive regular supervision from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and Team Manager.
• Collaborate with NHS colleagues to support discharge planning and community health services.

Education

Degree in Social Work

ASYE programme

Job description

Social Worker

Permanent | Full time | North Northumberland
Band 8 salary range £41,177 - £45,529 (dependant on experience)

Make a real difference in one of England's most beautiful counties and help shape brighter futures for those who need it most in Northumberland.
At Northumberland County Council, we're committed to delivering a high-quality service to vulnerable adults and their loved ones across the County and we're looking for professionals who share our vision.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers with post qualification experience, or social workers who have successfully completed the ASYE Programme to join Northumberland County Council Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate.

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration and is committed to delivering high-quality support and better outcomes for the people we work with.

About the role

At Northumberland County Council, we take pride in our dedicated employees who are passionate about improving the lives of adults in our communities, ensuring they feel safe, healthy, happy, and independent.

Come and be part of a collaborative and dedicated team where person-centred practice is at the heart of everything we do. Based across Berwick-upon-Tweed and Alnwick, our Care and Support Team brings together Social Workers and Social Work Support Assistants to deliver high-quality support to adults with physical disabilities, long-term health conditions and mental health needs.

Covering the diverse and extensive rural communities of North Northumberland, this role offers the opportunity to work creatively with individuals, families and communities to promote independence, wellbeing and choice. You will also work closely with NHS colleagues, particularly hospital teams and community health services, supporting effective discharge planning and ensuring people receive the right support at the right time to achieve the best possible outcomes.

What we are looking for:

• Enthusiastic, qualified Social Workers with a commitment to continuous development

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments and enjoy a healthy balance of autonomy and support. You'll manage your own caseload while receiving regular supervision and consistent guidance from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager. A clear understanding of the Care Act and the Local Authority's statutory duties is essential.

If you bring these skills and values, we invite you to join a progressive and innovative organisation that truly values its employees.

Additional benefits of working for Northumberland include the support of our dedicated Adult Social Care training team, who provide a wide range of career development opportunities to help you grow and progress in your role. From specialist workshops to structured pathways, we are committed to investing in your professional development including the option to undertake specialist accredited training such as the Approved Mental Health Professional and Practice Educators qualifications.

For this position you must have the following:

• Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England
• Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme
• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner or can use a car for work purposes.

Why choose us?

Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!

We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of local authority continuous service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Essential Car User scheme
• Free parking in majority of NCC base sites
• Free electrical car charging at County Hall
• Equipment provided including mobile phone and laptop
• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing and flexible working arrangements.
• A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available
• Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing and Racial Equality.

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