Social Worker Level 2

Lincolnshire pa.; Spalding; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Social Worker Level 2 to join the Mental Health Social Work Team. You will support adults with mental health needs to live as independently as possible, undertake assessments, develop support plans and coordinate services to promote wellbeing.

You must hold Social Work England registration and have experience in complex health and social care environments. The role requires travel across the county and offers hybrid working with professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration and eligible to practice in England.
• Experience supporting adults with complex health and social care needs.
• Strong assessment, planning and safeguarding capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and develop outcome‑focused support plans.
• Coordinate services and liaise with health and voluntary partners.
• Promote independence and wellbeing through strengths‑based practice.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues and students.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Adult mental health experience

Assessment and care planning

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Social Work degree

Registered Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

Job Introduction

Make a Difference. Empower Recovery. Shape the Future of Mental Health Social Work. Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking for your next opportunity? We are recruiting two Social Worker Level 2s to join our Mental Health Social Work Team in the south of the county, where you will play a key role in supporting adults to achieve positive outcomes, maximise their independence, and achieve their personal goals. This is more than a social work role. It is an opportunity to be part of a service that is evolving, ambitious and committed to delivering outstanding support for adults experiencing mental ill health across Lincolnshire. As a Social Worker Level 2, you will work alongside individuals, families, carers and partner organisations to help people regain independence, build on their strengths, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them. Every day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful difference to someone’s life. You will join a welcoming, supportive, and highly motivated team that values collaboration, reflective practice, and professional curiosity. We recognise that mental health social work can be both rewarding and challenging, which is why we place significant emphasis on wellbeing, learning and development, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive. You will join a welcoming, supportive, and highly motivated team that values collaboration, reflective practice, and professional curiosity. We recognise that mental health social work can be both rewarding and challenging, which is why we place significant emphasis on wellbeing, learning and development, and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive.

About the Role

As a Social Worker Level 2, you will hold a varied and often complex caseload, supporting adults with mental health needs to live as independently and safely as possible within their communities. Working within a strengths‑based framework, you will undertake assessments, develop outcome‑focused support plans, coordinate services, and work collaboratively with individuals to identify solutions that build resilience, maximise independence and promote wellbeing. This is a role where professional judgement, relationship‑building and creativity come together. You will have the opportunity to work closely with health colleagues, community organisations, and partner agencies to deliver integrated, person‑centred support that genuinely improves lives.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Managing a varied and complex caseload.


• Undertaking Care Act assessments and strengths‑based conversations.


• Supporting adults experiencing mental health challenges to achieve positive outcomes.


• Working collaboratively with health, housing, voluntary sector, and community partners.


• Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries and risk management processes.


• Developing, implementing, and reviewing care and support plans.


• Supporting, mentoring, and sharing your expertise with less experienced colleagues.


• Promoting recovery, independence, social inclusion, and community connections.

This role offers the autonomy to use your professional expertise while being supported by experienced colleagues, Advanced Practitioners and Team Managers who are committed to high‑quality practice and continuous improvement.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about mental health social work and motivated by helping people achieve meaningful change in their lives. You will be a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration and experience of working with adults in complex health and social care environments. Most importantly, you will share our commitment to strengths‑based practice, person‑centred support and delivering excellent outcomes.

You will:

• Be confident managing complex situations, balancing risk while promoting choice and independence.


• Have experience undertaking strengths‑based assessments and care planning.


• Demonstrate sound professional judgement and decision‑making.


• Build positive and effective relationships with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies.


• Be an advocate for recovery‑focused and person‑centred approaches.


• Show resilience, compassion, and professional curiosity.


• Be willing to support and mentor colleagues, students, and newly qualified practitioners.


• Thrive in a collaborative team environment and contribute to a positive learning culture.


• Share our ambition to continuously improve services and outcomes for local people.

Above all, you'll be someone who sees the person beyond the diagnosis, believes in people's strengths, and is committed to helping individuals live fulfilling and independent lives.

Roles will be based at either Sleaford, Spalding or Grantham. Please express your location preference on your application form; however, travel across the area will be part of the role. You must have the ability to travel across the county in order to meet the needs of the service.

Closing date: 27/10/26.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

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.

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty – in accordance with Part7 of the Immigration Act2016, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco‑conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.