Social Worker (Physical Disabilities)

Hampshire County Council; South Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join their Physical Disabilities Team. The role involves conducting assessments, managing complex cases, and working collaboratively with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a valid Social Work qualification and experience in statutory settings, with a starting salary of £36,369 for newly qualified social workers. This position offers support for professional development and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Occupational sick pay

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience of undertaking care act assessments within a statutory setting.
• A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths‑based approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs.
• Manage a complex caseload and supervise Junior Case Workers.
• Negotiate between service users, families, and professionals.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Experience in care act assessments

Strengths-based approach knowledge

Understanding of social work issues

Demonstration of compassion

Education

Registered with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

Joining our Physical Disabilities Team as a qualified Social Worker, you’ll be innovative, person‑centred and committed to working in a strengths‑based way. You’ll enjoy working in a team that thrives on supporting each other, sharing experiences and learnings to encourage continuous improvement. We have varied experience and backgrounds across the team, with regular opportunities for training and ongoing development.

What you’ll be doing:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and available support.
• Managing a complex caseload whilst providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases.
• Working in a multi‑disciplinary way, successfully negotiating between the people who use our service, their families, and other professionals to reach positive outcomes.
• Triaging safeguarding referrals and making informed decisions.
• Building positive and professional relationships.
• Undertaking out of county reviews when required.

What we’re looking for:

• Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience of undertaking care act assessments within a statutory setting.
• A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths‑based approach.
• Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services’ statutory duties.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect.

Why join us?

• Career growth: Opportunities for experienced and newly qualified social workers. Starting salary for NQSWs: £36,369 per annum for first year of employment.
• Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum.
• Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision.
• Work‑life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Your work base will be the office closest to your home address from the following locations: Totton Hub, Havant Plaza, or Dame Mary Fagan House (Basingstoke).

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Newly Qualified Social Worker, Senior Case Worker (optional), Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.