Social Workers

Blackpool Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Regular supervision

CPD support

SW England fee paid

Annual leave

Salary sacrifice

Staff Benefits Scheme

EAP support

Job summary

Blackpool Council's Adult Social Care is seeking committed Social Workers to join hospital and community teams. You will work with health and care professionals to help adults and carers stay safe, well, and independent at home, with a multidisciplinary approach.

The role covers Care Act and Mental Capacity Act assessments, safeguarding, and active participation in meetings with hospital colleagues. We offer a strong support network, excellent CPD opportunities, and a clear progression path

Qualifications

• Are passionate about supporting adults and carers in Blackpool.
• Are committed to excellent social work practice.
• Enjoy working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005-compliant assessments.
• Undertake safeguarding practice and escalation when needed.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings with health and care professionals.
• Collaborate with hospital and community health colleagues to promote safe, well, independent living.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Blackpool Adult Social Care is looking for committed, caring, and enthusiastic Social Workers to join our hospital and community-based teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a large, supportive service working closely with health and community partners to improve outcomes for the people of Blackpool. We are proud to be on an exciting transformation journey, with our teams recently externally audited and recognised as a beacon of good practice, particularly for our strengths in:

• Legal literacy
• Person-centred and strengths-based practice

About the Role

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team working collaboratively with health and care professionals across Blackpool. Your work will support adults and carers to remain safe, well, and as independent as possible within their own homes and communities. This is a varied and rewarding role, involving:

• Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005-compliant assessments
• Safeguarding practice
• Active participation in multi-disciplinary meetings
• Working alongside hospital and community health colleagues, They will be happy to discuss the roles and answer any questions.

At this point in time we are not able to offer a Visa sponsorship in this role due to operational reasons.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed, guidance on the "filtering" of offences can be found at For further information on the health and wellbeing support on offer during your employment, please see . Have you got what it takes to ride the Roller Coaster ride of Social Work in Blackpool? for further information on the career path and development opportunities available at Blackpool please see .

• Are passionate about supporting adults and carers in Blackpool
• Are committed to excellent social work practice
• Enjoy working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams

What We Offer

In return, Blackpool Council offers a strong package of professional support and benefits, including:

• Competitive salary, with the possibility of salary matching within the band for candidates from similar roles
• Regular professional supervision
• Practice development support and ongoing CPD opportunities
• Social Work England registration fee paid
• Generous annual leave:
• 26 days, rising to 28 days after 5 years
• 32 days after 10 years
• Plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days through salary sacrifice
• Blackpool Council Staff Benefits Scheme, including social work benefits and diversity support
• Employee Assistance Programme, offering free:
• Counselling
• Financial advice
• Legal guidance

You will be joining a supportive, experienced team where your contribution is valued and your professional development is actively encouraged.

Interested? Let's Talk For an informal discussion about these opportunities, please contact:

• Cynthia Aisien, Team Manager -
• Sarah Lawrenson, Team Manager -