Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding Team - Bradford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Adults Safeguarding Team in Bradford. This full-time position offers £35 per hour, allowing you to make a significant impact while working in a diverse and supportive environment. Join us in enhancing the lives of adults needing safeguarding and support.

Benefits

Hourly Salary

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Arrangements

Diverse Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Social Worker in safeguarding environments.
• Proficiency in legal frameworks such as the Care Act 2014.
• Ability to provide evidence to court when required.

Responsibilities

• Uphold social work values in practice.
• Engage effectively with complex situations.
• Mentor newly qualified staff and volunteers.

Skills

Navigating complex situations

Engaging with individuals' wishes and beliefs

Expert in mental capacity

Support planning

Job description

Overview

Social Worker – Adults Safeguarding Team – Bradford, UK – £35 Hourly – Ongoing

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Adults Safeguarding Team in Bradford on a full-time basis. If you have a flair for navigating complex situations and are looking for an ongoing role that not only offers £35 per hour but also a chance to make a real difference, this could be your next adventure.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial benefits of hourly pay, allowing you to efficiently manage your personal and professional life while earning a competitive wage.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work in a setting that embraces diversity and fosters inclusivity, enriching your work experience and personal growth.
• Opportunities for Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and progress in your social work career.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements that support a healthy balance between work commitments and personal time.

Responsibilities

• Undertake social work practice with a non-judgemental approach, upholding social work values and safeguarding individuals’ rights in line with legal frameworks, such as the Care Act 2014 and the Human Rights Act 1998.
• Uphold human rights as an expert in mental capacity, enabling positive risk-taking and ensuring decisions are made in a timely, well-documented manner.
• Engage effectively with complex situations, ensuring that individuals’ wishes, feelings, and beliefs remain central to decision-making.
• Uphold individuals’ rights to control and exercise choice through creative support planning, connecting people to natural support networks.
• Assist in developing new resources and working on specialist projects or service planning groups.
• Make use of legislation to safeguard adults at risk of abuse, acting as an investigating officer under the West Yorkshire Safeguarding procedures.
• Provide evidence to court and other bodies as required, ensuring people’s rights to judicial review and advocacy are upheld.
• Participate in professional development activities to meet Social Work England standards.
• Support and mentor newly qualified staff and volunteers, contributing to practice development and the learning of others.
• Engage in inter-professional work, representing organisational perspectives and promoting information sharing between agencies.

Working in Bradford

Working in the vibrant city of Bradford offers a unique blend of cultural diversity, breathtaking landscapes, and a welcoming community. With a rich history and a commitment to innovation, Bradford is a fantastic place to both live and work, providing an enriching backdrop to your professional journey. Join us in making a difference in the lives of adults in need of safeguarding and support.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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