Social Worker Level 1- Boston and Skegness Community Wellbeing

Job Introduction

Are you ready to take the next step in your social work career?

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker Level 1 to join our supportive and forward-thinking Boston and Skegness Community Wellbeing Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults and families while developing your professional skills within a team that values and invests in its staff.

As part of our Community Wellbeing Team, you will:

• Work alongside adults and families to provide strengths-based, person-centred support and care planning.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing in every interaction.
• Build on community strengths and local assets to achieve positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with health professionals, community partners and colleagues to deliver joined-up services.

Why Join Lincolnshire County Council?

At Lincolnshire County Council, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing excellent support, professional development and career progression opportunities.

Alongside a competitive salary of £36,580 - £40,444, we offer:

• Excellent supervision and protected CPD time.
• Access to learning and development opportunities.
• Support to undertake further qualifications, including AMHP and Practice Educator training.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive employee benefits, discounts and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Opportunities for career progression.

This is a community-based role. As Lincolnshire is a rural county, the ability to travel throughout the county and access locations not readily served by public transport is essential.

Lincolnshire offers the best of both worlds, with historic market towns, picturesque villages, stunning coastline and beautiful countryside.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where your expertise is valued and your development is supported, we would love to hear from you.

Want to Find Out More?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Katie Brooks at katie.brooks@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 22 November 2026

(Early applications are encouraged as applications will be reviewed as they are received.)

Interview will be held fin person on 3rd & 4th December 2026 atKeily House,Gresley Road, Louth , Lincolnshire, LN11 8FG

Best of luck with your application.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position is subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.