Social Worker - Ongoing Assessment and Intervention Team

Darlington Borough Council; North East, Darlington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for their Ongoing Assessment and Intervention Team. This fixed-term role focuses on providing comprehensive support to adults with complex needs, ensuring their independence through a strengths-based approach. You will engage with service users, families, and professionals to deliver effective assessments and interventions. The position offers a supportive environment with excellent training opportunities, making it ideal for both newly qualified and experienced social workers. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in the community and enhancing the wellbeing of those in need.

Benefits

32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi-time scheme

Flexible working

Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave

Staff equality forums

Access to training and development

Physiotherapy service

Confidential counselling service

Wellbeing offer

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 1-year post ASYE.
• Demonstrate sound assessment and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing Social Work assessment and support planning for adults.
• Contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care Service.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Case Management

Communication Skills

Multi-disciplinary Working

Education

1-year post ASYE

Job description

Social Worker - Ongoing Assessment and Intervention Team (Ref: POS000919)

Salary: Full time equivalent salary Band 9 (£34,314 - £37,035 per annum) / Band 10 (£37,938 - £40,476 per annum) / Band 11 (£41,511 - £44,711 per annum). Salary Band: £30,001 to £40,000. Post Type: Fixed Term. Hours Per Week: Full time.

Job and Application Details

Categories: Social Work - Adult Service
Directorate: N/A
Published Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 20/04/2025

Job Overview

1-year fixed term post to cover maternity leave. Applicants must be 1-year post ASYE.

You will provide ongoing Social Work assessment, support planning and interventions for Adults aged 18+ with a range of complex needs in the Darlington area. We are based at The Town Hall in Darlington.

The team works proactively with service users, their families, carers and professionals to maximise independence through a comprehensive strengths-based approach to assessment and support planning. The dynamic nature of the team is underpinned by a strong commitment to the principles of The Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.

The successful applicant will be required to contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care Service and be responsible for a range of assessments including Care and Support Needs, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, and Support Planning to promote the wellbeing of adults in line with the Care Act 2014.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sound assessment and case management skills
• Work in a busy environment and to tight time scales
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commit to multi-disciplinary working and making a difference to those we work with

Our team offers regular supervision and appraisal, excellent training opportunities and a strong team identity. We are looking for both newly qualified and experienced social workers who are committed to strength-based practice, focusing on enabling people to build on their own networks and strengths as a means of meeting their needs.

For more information and an informal discussion about the role please contact Olivia Harper, Team Manager (01325 406836 / [e-mail]) or Stef Simpson, Service Manager (01325 403273 / [e-mail]).

Benefits

• 32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
• Flexi-time scheme
• Flexible working
• Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
• Staff equality forums
• Access to wide range of training, learning and development
• Physiotherapy service
• Confidential counselling service
• Great wellbeing offer

For a full range of benefits we offer, please see our Why work for us internet page which also includes our Total Rewards Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.

This post requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure and Adults Barred List check.

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