Social Worker – Prevention & Early Intervention

Northumberland County Council; Blyth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi scheme

Free parking

Equipment provided

Staff networks

Career development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate in Blyth. You will carry out comprehensive assessments and manage your own caseload with supervision, delivering strength-based interventions to support independence.

We value continuous professional development and offer excellent training, flexible working options where available, 26 days annual leave, a pension scheme and social care career pathways including accredited

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Successfully completed UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to use a car for work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage own caseload with supervision.
• Provide short-term interventions to support autonomy and prevent longer-term care needs.
• Understand the Care Act and Local Authority statutory duties.

Skills

Enthusiastic Social Worker

Commitment to continuous development

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Social Work

ASYE programme completed

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate in Blyth. You will carry out comprehensive assessments and manage your own caseload with supervision, delivering strength-based interventions to support independence.

We value continuous professional development and offer excellent training, flexible working options where available, 26 days annual leave, a pension scheme and social care career pathways including accredited