Social Worker | Full Time | Supported Living (LDA) | Central Lancashire - Preston

Lancashire County Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local authority in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated Social Workers to join their Supported Living Team in Preston, Central Lancashire. This role emphasizes empathy and innovative thinking to support individuals in achieving their personal goals and living independently. You will have access to excellent training, generous leave, and a supportive work environment. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England. The position offers a competitive salary and various financial benefits.

Benefits

Up to 32 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Programme

Staff discounts through Vivup

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Ability to support people to live independently.
• Experience working in a supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to achieve their personal goals.
• Collaborate with community services and professionals.
• Implement the Living Better Lives strategy in social care.

Skills

Empathy

Supportive thinking

Innovative thinking

Collaboration

Education

Registered with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

Salary £36,323 - £40,777 per annum | 37 hours per week | permanent, Full time | Learning Disability and Autism | Preston, Central Lancashire

We are currently recruiting…

Social workers with empathy and the drive to make a difference, finding creative ways to support people to achieve what they want to and live as independently as possible in a place they call their home.

We need Social Workers to work in Lancashire as part of our Supported Living Team, which will be based in Preston (Central Lancashire).

Living Better Lives in Lancashire

This is a hugely exciting time for us. We've launched Living Better Lives in Lancashire – our new strength-based vision for social care.

We're driving forward innovative practice that will make a difference to our communities and we need new Social Workers to help us achieve our vision of supporting people to achieve what they want to, living independently in a place they call their home.

As part of the Transitions Team, there is a renewed focus on collaboration and co‑production with internal/external professionals, community services, carer and the people we are supporting.

Our values

What's important to us is that you share our values…

Supportive and Innovative

You'll need a blend of supportive and innovative thinking, coming up with fresh ideas so we can achieve the best outcomes for people.

Empathy

You'll need compassion and empathy to support people, listening to what they need, whilst ensuring they feel valued and respected.

Reasons to Join Us…

Great Annual Leave

We offer up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season. You can also purchase additional leave.

Flexible Working

Flexible Working opportunities

Financial Benefits

Our generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution. Our relocation reimbursement package to support people who need to move to the area to work with us.

Training and Development

An excellent induction through our Social Care Academy and ongoing support for your career and professional development.

Health and Wellbeing

A Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.

Staff Discounts

You'll get access to discounts through Vivup, our employee benefits partner. Our scheme covers a car lease scheme, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays and more.

We embrace diversity and have a range of support, groups and networks for staff. These include the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.

How to apply

If you would like to contact us for an initial informal and confidential chat, [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Social Work applicants must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with SWE.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and you must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.