Social Worker Neighbourhoods - Adults (East & West)

Somerset Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Neighbourhoods team. This role involves transforming lives and championing the rights of adults to help them achieve their full potential. You will work collaboratively with health and community partners, using a strengths-based approach to empower residents in Somerset. With the flexibility of hybrid working, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying excellent support and development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking council committed to diversity and inclusion, and help shape the future of social care in your community.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Hybrid working options

Local Government pension scheme

Employee assistance and support

Relocation support up to £8,000

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted lease car options

Wellbeing services and events

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Utilise skills to support residents in maintaining independence.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with health and community colleagues to support residents.
• Promote independence and tailor solutions around residents' needs.

Skills

Social Work

Community Engagement

Strengths-based Approach

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Tools

Vehicle Access

Job description

Social Worker Neighbourhoods - Adults (East & West)

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Some key information

Transform lives, champion rights & support adults to achieve their full potential.

• Location: Mendip
• Hybrid working options
• 30 days annual leave
  
  

We are happy to be contacted and for you to visit the office and team to answer any specific questions you might have.

What will I be doing?

Social Workers in the neighbourhood’s team work closely with their health and community colleagues to gain an in-depth understanding of community resources that can facilitate and build independence, maintaining people’s ability to remain living in their own community networks and working with a strengths-based approach.

• You will be required to work in the office base a minimum of 2 days per week, whilst the rest of your working week you can use technology to ensure team communication and support and work in a hybrid model.
• Utilising your extensive skills and experience to support and empower the residents of Somerset to remain independent for longer in their communities.
• Tailoring solutions around the needs of residents and providing continuity of support and intervention.
• Promoting independence in everything your team does
• Working alongside Health and Social Care colleagues (as part of the neighbourhood PCN’s)
• Liaising with key partners to facilitate improved provision of services, team training and recruitment.
• Involved in developing, shaping, and building integrated care local services.
  
  

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be. But to be successful in the role you will:

• Be a qualified Social Worker and be registered with Social Work England.
• Have access to/use of a vehicle is an essential requirement for this role.
  
  

What's in it for me?

At Somerset Council, we work hard to attract the best staff and we want to make sure that once you are on board, you are well supported and rewarded for the work you do.

We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:

• This grade offers 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to request to buy up to 2 weeks additional annual leave pro rata
• Hybrid working options where the role allows
• A clear career pathway with apprenticeships, professional, leadership and academic programmes and qualifications, regular CPD opportunities and a corporate coaching and mentoring scheme
• A new comprehensive induction programme supported by Practice Development Advanced Practitioners, plus a confidential and impartial welcome call to ensure your induction goes smoothly
• Ongoing support & development opportunities – regular CPD events arranged and delivered by our dedicated Adult Social Care Learning and Development team, including an annual Carnival of Practice event with key speakers such as the Chief Social Worker, a team of Advanced Practitioner – Practice Development roles to support our workforce, personalised personal development plans, a corporate coaching and mentoring scheme.
• Local Government pension scheme
• Employee support networks that acknowledge and celebrate the richness of diversity and equality within our workforce
• Guaranteed Interview Schemes – Disability Confident, Veterans, Care Leavers
• Employee assistance and support offering a variety of wellbeing services and events to support a healthy work/life balance inc. a free online gym offer, dedicated Mental Wellbeing Ambassadors and much more!
• Relocation of up to £8,000, subject to meeting eligibility requirements.
• Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of discounts online and on the high street
• My Staff Shop which offers a variety of discounts including; cinemas, shopping, restaurants, gym discounts and more!
• Discounted lease car options via salary sacrifice, along with discounts on fuel
• Cycle to work scheme
  
  

Anything else I should know?

This is a Grade 10 post with a current salary of £36,124 to £40,476 per annum. Appointments are normally made at the bottom of the salary scale.

Got a question about becoming a Social Worker with Somerset Council? Give Helen Readdy, Recruitment & Engagement Officer a call on: 01823 355166 / 07977410483 or email: [e-mail]

We are a socially active council and run many webinars and events, team away days, volunteering opportunities plus, hold regular staff Q&A sessions. We encourage professional development and training to support your learning and aspirations. And there are also a variety of networking groups and activities that you can join.

We’re proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve so we will always welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our teams. You can always contact the hiring manager for a chat if there’s anything you want to talk about before you apply.

When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today!

A Bit More About Somerset Council

We are reclaiming narratives about social work and believe in the power of lived experiences of people (including workers) and sharing stories. To get a sense of this, listen to Social Work Sessions podcast: Social Work Sessions

Somerset is situated in a beautiful, rural county in a central southwest location but with good city links. With scenic countryside, historic sites, charming towns and villages, family-friendly attractions, beaches, festivals (Glastonbury!) and events, outdoor activities, zoos, water parks and plenty of local produce to try, there’s something for everyone!

DBS information

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