Social Worker - Sensory Support Team

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Sensory Support Team, delivering specialist assessments and tailored support to people with impairments in the Stockton-on-Tees area.

This full-time fixed-term (12 months) role emphasizes independent living, safeguarding, and person-centred practice, with flexible working options and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience with adults who have complex needs and a person-centred approach to practice.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families and partner agencies.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
• A genuine interest in supporting people with sensory impairments to maintain their independence, wellbeing and connection to their community.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the impact of sensory impairments and identifying individual needs.
• Supporting people to remain independent and reducing the need for ongoing social care where possible.
• Providing information, advice and guidance to help people access the right support at the right time.
• Exploring and facilitating the use of equipment, adaptations and assistive technology.
• Helping people build connections within their local communities and reduce social isolation.
• Promoting choice, control and wellbeing through person-centred support.

Skills

Social work qualification

Registration with Social Work England

Experience with complex needs

Person-centred approach

Care Act knowledge

Mental Capacity Act knowledge

Assessment & report-writing

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy and motivation

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Social Worker

Full Time | Fixed term 12 months

Flexible Working

Annual Salary £35,570 - £48,738

Do you want to be part of a specialist team helping children and adults live more independently and confidently?

Look no further! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary full-time Social Worker to work within the Sensory Support Team. This specialist team covers both children and adults living in the Stockton-on-Tees area.

About the role

The Sensory Support Team provides specialist assessments and tailored support. Our aim is to help individuals maintain their independence, improve their wellbeing, and access the support they need to live full and connected lives.

• Assessing the impact of sensory impairments and identifying individual needs
• Supporting people to remain independent and reducing the need for ongoing social care where possible
• Providing information, advice and guidance to help people access the right support at the right time
• Exploring and facilitating the use of equipment, adaptations and assistive technology
• Helping people build connections within their local communities and reduce social isolation
• Promoting choice, control and wellbeing through person-centred support.

This is a fixed-term role, expected to last 12-months.

As this is a fixed-term post, secondment opportunities will be considered for internal employees. Please obtain prior approval from your current line manager before completing the application.

About you

We're looking for a qualified and passionate Social Worker who is committed to helping people achieve the best possible outcomes and live as independently as possible.

• A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience of working with adults who have complex needs and a person-centred approach to practice.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families and partner agencies.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
• A genuine interest in supporting people with sensory impairments to maintain their independence, wellbeing and connection to their community.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who is empathetic, proactive and motivated by making a real difference to people's lives. Whether you already have experience of working with people who have sensory impairments or are keen to develop specialist knowledge in this area, we'll support you to grow your skills within our friendly and dedicated team.

To learn more about the role and what we're looking for, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.

Why join us?

We know great social workers are in demand, and we believe in rewarding our professionals with an attractive package that reflects the importance of the work you do.

• Career progression salary range: £35,570 - £48,738
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• 27 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years' service with the option to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to a number of employee benefits including discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, employee assistance programme, physiotherapy and more.

And that’s not all – you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.

Visit our Careers page to discover exciting opportunities and learn more about life at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

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Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.

Important Applicant Guidance

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Application Updates and Communication:

All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘[e-mail]’ to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your account.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions):

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). Applicants are therefore required to disclose all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings, including those which would normally be considered spent, subject to the filtering rules applicable under current legislation.

Right to Work:

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

Council Principles:

The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.

Limitations:

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.