Social Worker Complex Care Review Team

Cheshire West and Chester; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join their Complex Care and Review Team. The role offers a supportive environment focused on improving outcomes for adults. With opportunities for career development and a commitment to high-quality care, this hybrid position allows for a balance between office and home working. Join a values-driven team dedicated to making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping

Gym memberships

Holiday entitlement of 26 days

Career average pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience with Learning Disabilities or Mental Health is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred social care.
• Collaborate with providers to improve service standards.
• Develop outcome-focused care plans.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to adapt to change

Stress resilience

Education

CQSW/CSS/Diploma/Degree in Social Work

Job description

Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution-focused team.

Join Our Team

Whether you are seeking meaningful work, career progression, pay growth, or a great work-life balance, Adult Social Care offers something for everyone. If you want to be part of our welcoming, values-driven service and are passionate about making a real difference for local people, please explore the roles available.

Who We Are Looking For

Are you a Newly Qualified or experienced Social Worker registered with Social Work England? Do you have a passion for improving outcomes for adults and seek a supportive environment that values personal wellbeing and continuous improvement? Experience with Transition, Learning Disabilities, or Mental Health is desirable.

The Complex Care and Review Team

This small but highly effective team includes a Practice Manager, 3 Social Workers, 2 Social Care Assessors, an Occupational Therapist, and an OTA. We seek candidates demonstrating motivation, skills, and a passion for positive outcomes, working collaboratively and creatively. Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, current legislation, policy, and procedures within adult services is essential. The team takes a 'whole service/provider' approach, working closely with providers and commissioners to improve service standards, develop outcome-focused care plans, and undertake project work related to service-user needs and commissioning.

Our Values and Your Role

We provide high-quality, person-centred social care that supports individuals to change and enhance their lives daily. Our values shape our work environment, inspiring colleagues and service users alike. If you share these values and are committed, you are our ideal candidate.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work in a forward-thinking council with shared values
• Engaging with local people to understand and support their needs
• Support from a proactive management team
• Career development and training, including professional registration fee coverage
• Experience with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health, understanding policy contexts
• Knowledge of forensic case work and complex health and care needs

Candidate Requirements

• CQSW/CSS/Diploma/Degree in Social Work or equivalent (Essential)
• Social Work England Registration (Essential)
• Enhanced DBS and Adults Barred List check (Essential)
• Understanding of social work statutory and policy frameworks (Essential)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to adapt to change and promote positive change
• Experience in multi-disciplinary and integrated working
• Assessment and support planning skills in line with legislation
• Confident, energetic, sensitive, and resilient personality
• Self-motivated with a passion for making a difference
• Stress resilience

Working Arrangements and Benefits

This hybrid role involves working from council offices across the borough and from home where suitable. Benefits include discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, days out, cinemas, childcare vouchers, medical treatment cashback, car lease schemes, and cycle schemes.

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Holiday entitlement of 26 days, increasing to 31 after five years, with options to purchase extra leave
• Career average pension scheme with 22.3% employer contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Recognition rewards such as extra leave and shopping vouchers
• Supportive team culture
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support

Additional Information

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert if sufficient applications are received. Currently, we cannot offer sponsorship for international recruits.

For further information, please contact: [e-mail]