Social Workers and Social Care Workers

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Bromsgrove; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the Bromsgrove area is seeking dedicated professionals to support individuals in maintaining their independence at home. Responsibilities include conducting assessments in accordance with the Care Act and collaborating with various community organizations. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

26 days paid holiday, increasing to 31 after five years

Local Government Pension Scheme

Support for professional learning and development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience with completing assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014.
• Knowledge of Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests Decisions.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to maintain independence in their homes.
• Carry out assessments and safeguarding enquiries.
• Work in partnership with health, housing, and community organizations.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Understanding of Care Act 2014

Job description

Overview

You will work with people living in the Bromsgrove Area and surrounding villages, supporting them to remain in their own homes and maintain their independence. Your responsibilities include completing assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014, carrying out Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests Decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and collaborating on safeguarding enquiries with the WCC Safeguarding team in line with the Care Act 2014. You will work in partnership with health, housing, police and other community‑related organisations in the Bromsgrove Area to support those we serve. The team is diverse and experienced, comprising social workers and social care workers. We offer a supportive, friendly, learning‑oriented environment with weekly huddles, monthly reflective sessions and opportunities to develop specialist expertise such as Direct Payments or practice education.

Benefits

• Great Holiday Entitlement: 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part‑time staff), increasing to 31 days after five years. If you join without a break, we will match your current holiday up to 31 days.
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide career‑average pension scheme.
• Professional Learning & Development: we encourage learning and development for all staff to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: we offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Eligibility & Safeguarding

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS): This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory DBS criminal records check before confirmation. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.