Social Worker - Transition 0-25 Team

Opus People Solutions Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their 0-25 Transition Team. This role supports young people moving from Children's Services into adulthood, coordinating assessments and services to achieve positive outcomes.

Based in Peterborough with flexible hybrid working (2 office days, 3 home days), you will assess needs under Care Act 2014, work with MCA and DoLS, and help families navigate the transition. You may travel to different locations as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with professional registration.
• Experience in Transition or Adult Social Care teams.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014.
• Understanding of SEND and Children Act 1989.
• Experience supporting 16-25 transition and collaboration with families.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews.
• Undertake MCA assessments and Best Interest decisions.
• Do COP DoLS and MCA-related work.
• Assist eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
• Support young people and families to access services.
• Provide advice, advocacy, and guidance through transition.
• Travel across locations, including occasional out-of-county.

Skills

Social Work

Transition Experience

Communication Skills

Care Act 2014

SEND Knowledge

Travel Ready

Collaboration

Education

Social Work Qualification & Registration

Job description

About the Role

Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their dedicated 0-25 Transition Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support young people as they move from Children's Services into adulthood, ensuring they receive the appropriate support, assessments, and services to achieve positive outcomes.

Working within Adult Social Care, you will support young people aged 18-25 while building relationships from age 16 onwards, helping them and their families navigate the transition process.

Location: Sand Martin House, Peterborough Rate: £34 per hour (Umbrella rate)Contract: Temporary Hours: 37 hours per weekOffice Requirements: 2 days office-based (Monday mandatory) and 3 days home working

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and Best Interest decisions where required.
• Complete Court of Protection Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (COP DoLS) and MCA-related work.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in determining eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
• Assist young people and families in accessing services, support, and community activities.
• Provide advice, advocacy, and guidance throughout the transition journey.
• Travel independently across locations, including occasional out-of-county visits.

About You

• Social Work qualification and relevant professional registration.
• Experience within a Transition Team and/or Adult Social Care Team.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014.
• Knowledge of Children Act 1989 legislation.
• Understanding of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
• Understanding of the National Framework for Children and Young People's Continuing Care (2016).
• Experience supporting young people transitioning from children's to adult services.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and partnership-working skills.
• A person with both legislative experience of Children's and Adults will be beneficial to the Team.
• Ability to travel independently for work purposes.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives at a critical stage of their development. You'll be part of a supportive and specialist team focused on delivering high-quality transition services and positive outcomes for young people and their families.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.