Social Worker - North Wellbeing Team

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority employer in the UK seeks a Registered Social Worker to join its North Community Wellbeing Team. In this position, you'll manage a varied caseload, conduct assessments, and collaborate with partners to achieve meaningful outcomes in adult social care. The role offers competitive salary, supervision, and professional development opportunities, as well as a supportive team environment with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Regular supervision and peer support

Learning and development opportunities

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting Care Act Assessments and support planning.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation like the Care Act 2014.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload.
• Work collaboratively with adults, carers, and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client assessment

Safeguarding inquiries

Care Act knowledge

Education

Registered Social Worker qualification

Job description

Directorate: Adult Social Care and All Age Commissioning

Section: North Well-Being Team

Location: Stoke North Children’s Centre

Grade: Level 10

Salary: £39,152 - £41,771

Hours: 37 – Full Time

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Registered Social Worker to join the North Community Wellbeing Team within Stoke-on-Trent Adult Social Care and All Age Commissioning, recently rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

In this role, you will manage a varied caseload, working under key legislation such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation & guidance underpinning adult social care.

Our core purpose when working with adults is: “Working with you to live a life that matters to you.”

We take a relationship-based, strengths-focused approach, working collaboratively with adults, carers, and partner agencies to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting Care Act Assessments, reviews, and support planning
• Undertaking Safeguarding Enquiries and Mental Capacity Assessments
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
• Producing high-quality reports and demonstrating strong communication skills

What We Offer:

• Regular supervision and peer support
• A strong focus on learning and development Progression opportunities through the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
• Further development options including Practice Education and Best Interest Assessor training
• A robust wellbeing offer, including hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• A supportive, well-established team with a diverse mix of skills and experience
• Strong community networks and a commitment to local engagement

You’ll be joining a passionate, community-based team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. For further enquiries, please contact Rachel Jones, Team Manager, [e-mail] or call 01782 226285

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment.This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all of the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.

To Apply - please visit our website https://webrecruitment.stoke.gov.uk/wrl/ If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email [e-mail] or call us on 01782 238189.