Social Worker Level 2 - ASC - Hybrid

Central Bedfordshire Council; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking an experienced social worker to join the North Locality Older Person's Team. The role involves assessing and planning support for individuals aged 65+, ensuring that care remains centered on the individual's needs. Candidates should possess a recognized social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Strong relationship-building skills and a comprehensive understanding of the Care Act 2014 are essential. This position offers the chance to work within a dedicated team focusing on promoting early prevention and independence.

Qualifications

• Experienced social worker skilled in relationship-building.
• Sound understanding of the Care Act 2014 and care management.
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and reviewing support plans for people aged 65+.
• Delivering statutory duties within Adult Social Care.
• Building strong community and professional relationships.

Skills

Professional relationship-building

Determination

Proactivity

Diplomacy

Education

Recognized Social Work qualification

Registration with Social Work England

Tools

Modern IT equipment for agile working

Job description

As a social worker in the North Locality Older Person's Team, your role involves assessing, reviewing, and support planning for people aged 65+ in the Mid Bedfordshire and Ivel Valley areas. You will build strong community and professional relationships to ensure access to fulfilling lives. You will be responsible for delivering statutory duties within Adult Social Care while keeping the customer at the center of care. This includes demonstrating compassionate and responsive care, promoting best practices, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. You will work as part of a dedicated and flexible team with a focus on early prevention and independence optimization.

You are an experienced social worker with adept professional relationship-building skills. Tenacious, proactive, and approachable, you are skilled in working with a range of partners, including health and housing sectors. You have a sound understanding of the Care Act 2014 and demonstrate excellent care management skills. Positive, determined, and diplomatic, you are committed to an enabling, strengths-based approach in promoting individuals' outcomes and independence.

• Recognized Social Work qualification
• Registration with Social Work England
• Proficient understanding of the Care Act 2014
• Excellent care management skills
• Strong relationship-building capabilities
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centered care
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners
• Proficiency in using modern IT equipment for agile working
• Commitment to continuous professional development