Social Worker Level 2

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as a Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in supporting adults facing homelessness and housing challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, providing essential assessments and support planning while implementing a person-centred approach. The council values flexibility, offering hybrid working options to ensure a balanced work-life environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and have the necessary qualifications, this role is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• Professional Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with adults and understanding homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in need, focusing on homelessness and housing issues.
• Conduct assessments, support planning, and risk management.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Understanding of Homelessness Issues

Risk Management

Partnership Building

Education

Professional Social Work Qualification

Job description

Social Worker Role at Nottingham City Council

Salary:

Starting salary is £35,235, rising to £37,938 (pro rata for part-time) depending on experience and PQ accreditation. See below for levels:

1. Social Worker Level 1 – Newly qualified, eligible for the ASYE programme: £31,586-£34,314
2. Social Worker Level 2 – ASYE completed within the last 12 months, building experience: £35,235-£37,938
3. Social Worker Level 3 – Experienced with at least 12 months post-ASYE: £39,513-£42,708
4. Social Worker Level 4 – Advanced Social Worker with AMHP, BIA, or Practice Educator status: £44,711-£47,754

Location:

Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG and Mary Potter Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 5HY

About the Role

Join Nottingham City Council as a Social Worker to support adults in need, focusing on homelessness and housing issues. You will work across Adult Social Care and Housing, providing assessments, support planning, safeguarding, and risk management, within a person-centred, strength-based approach.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Experience working with adults, understanding homelessness and related issues
• Strong assessment skills, including risk and mental capacity assessments
• Ability to work effectively across sectors and build partnerships

A DBS check is required.

Additional Information

You can find the full job description on our website. We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. For informal inquiries, contact Alison McMullen, Team Manager, Adult Duty Team, via email.

Closing date: 21st May 2025. Interviews TBC. For technical issues, contact our Employee Service Centre.