Social Worker Level 2

Lincolnshire County Council; Gainsborough CP, Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding supervision for practice support

Protected time for professional development

Generous annual leave with buying option

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working policies

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council is hiring a Social Worker Level 2 to join the West Community Wellbeing Team in Gainsborough, where you'll provide tailored support to adults and families. This role emphasizes independence and collaboration with health professionals and community partners.

As part of this dynamic environment, you will have access to exceptional supervision, professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave. Commitment to welfare safeguarding for vulnerable individuals is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant Social Work qualification and experience.
• Ability to travel around the county according to service needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support and care planning in a strengths‑based way.
• Champion independence and wellbeing in every interaction.
• Collaborate with health professionals and community partners.
• Supervise up to four Community Care Officers.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Compassion

Resilience

Creativity

Education

Relevant Social Work qualification

Job description

Social Worker Level 2 – West Community Wellbeing Team

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re looking for passionate, ambitious and dedicated Social Workers to join our West Community Wellbeing Team, making a genuine difference every single day.

We have two vacancies in the Community Wellbeing Team covering our Lincoln North & Gainsborough Team and one vacancy in the Review Team.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with adults and families to provide tailored support and care planning in a strengths‑based, person‑centred way, embracing community assets and strengths.
• Champion independence, dignity and wellbeing in every interaction.
• Collaborate with health professionals, community partners and colleagues to deliver joined‑up services.
• Bring compassion, resilience and creativity to complex situations.
• Help develop our workforce through the supervision of up to four Community Care Officers.

Requirements

• Relevant Social Work qualification and experience.
• Ability to travel around the county according to service needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Outstanding supervision to guide and support your practice.
• Protected time dedicated to continuous professional development.
• Access to learning opportunities that keep you at the forefront of social work practice.
• A culture that values creativity, collaboration and professional excellence.
• Competitive salary, contributory pension, comprehensive benefits package, cycle‑to‑work scheme and flexible working policies.
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to buy more.

We support our practitioners in pursuing additional qualifications such as Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and Practice Educator, providing clear pathways for career progression.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.