Social Worker - Transitions Team - Woking

Sanctuary Personnel; Woking; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the Transitions Team in Woking. This full-time role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals by assessing their needs and coordinating effective care packages. You will work closely with various agencies and manage care budgets while ensuring compliance with legislation. This position not only allows you to utilize your social work skills but also encourages professional growth through training and mentorship opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• A social work qualification or equivalent is required.
• Understanding of relevant legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and coordinate the assessment of user needs and strengths.
• Develop flexible care packages promoting independence.

Skills

Social Work

Assessment Coordination

Care Planning

Budget Management

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Social Worker - Transitions Team - Woking

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency, has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Transitions Team to work full-time based in Surrey, Woking.

The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £39,246 per annum.

Responsibilities:

1. Assess and/or coordinate the assessment of the strengths and needs of users and their primary carers using the established assessment format, within the department's criteria and legislative framework.
2. Develop and cost flexible, cost-effective care packages responsive to changing needs, promoting independence and choice through access to services from both independent and statutory sectors.
3. Undertake specialist social work care planning and provide direct social work interventions.
4. Contribute to managing the adult care budget, ensuring expenditure remains within set limits.
5. Ensure individuals receive information in accessible formats to enable informed choices.
6. Work actively in partnership with other agencies.
7. Review and coordinate care packages regularly, making necessary adjustments.
8. Identify service deficiencies and communicate these to the line manager.
9. Participate in relevant training opportunities.
10. After two years post-qualification, undertake to become a practice assessor and/or facilitator for social work students on placement.

Requirements:

• A social work qualification or equivalent.
• Understanding of relevant legislation.
• Registered with Social Work England.

Additional Information:

This position is advertised by Zehnn Young. Interested candidates should apply through the provided link. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Sanctuary Personnel values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, providing annual training to support fair recruitment practices.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or workplace, please inform us early to receive appropriate support.