Experienced Social Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Experienced Social Worker to join our Locality Social Work team based at Bullenshaw House, Hemsworth. This is a full time, permanent position (37 hours, Mon - Fri).

Our team work around the East of the Wakefield district, alongside individuals aged 18+ who have care and support needs arising from their physical and/or mental health. We support individuals and their family with identifying their goals and needs in a Care Act, person centred way, helping them to become more independent and importantly participate in the community in which they live.

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about adult social care and providing a high-quality service and is keen to develop their professional experience and knowledge further. You will play a key part in delivering our adult social care strategy and will be committed to strengths-based and outcome-focused practice.

As a member of the team, you will ensure that the service delivers positive, strength-based outcomes for people. You will have a strong commitment to human rights; you will ensure the person’s voice is heard and acted upon.

About you

We are looking for a Social Worker who shares our values and who can bring:

• Compassion and resilience – the ability to listen and support people with kindness and professionalism.
• a motivated, flexible and committed individual who cares about a job well done.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills.
• a team player who adopts a strengths-based approach and is enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference.
• Strong practice knowledge – an understanding of adult social care, the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the confidence to apply them.
• Creativity and resourcefulness.
• Collaboration and networking – working with our partner agencies to support adults and informal carers who we work with.
• To have successfully completed ASYE Programme or equivalent.
• Post Qualifying Experience.

About the role

• As a Social Worker within the team, you will be:
• Managing a complex but manageable caseload.
• Supporting colleagues and student Social Workers as required.
• Undertaking Care Act assessments, Carers Assessments, co-producing care and support plans and reviewing peoples identified outcomes.
• Completing Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Decision making.
• Part of a duty rota within core hours.
• Working with a range of teams across the Council and our partners including primary and secondary health services, voluntary and private sector services.

What we can offer you:

• Outstanding professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated individual and group supervisions.
• A supportive and experienced team, who share knowledge and celebrate success.
• A variety of tailored and varied training opportunities.
• Excellent salary with incremental increases.
• Opportunity for flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance (we are open to discussions on condensed/reduced hours). We understand that social work is challenging. We know how important it is to take care of ourselves. Work life balance is very important, and we’ll support you with that.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Occupational pension scheme.

• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.
• Onsite parking.
• Essential car user allowance.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.

If you would like to know more, please don’t hesitate to contact Alexis Holmes, on 01977 727067. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Applicants for this role must be qualified to a Degree level or equivalent and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Work England registration. The successful person must hold a valid and current driver’s license and have the use of a car. These are essential requirements for this role.

Interested in a social work career with us?

Come along to our Let’s Talk Adult Social Work Networking Event.

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Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Alexis Holmes.

Tel: 01977 727067

E-mail: A.Holmes@wakefield.gov.uk

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Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty

This post is subject to the Fluency Duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. The post-holder is required to demonstrate an appropriate level of fluency under the duty as detailed within the job specification for the post.

Probation

In line with the Council’s Probation Procedure, certain positions may be subject to a six-month probationary period. This requirement does not apply to internal vacancies.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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