Social Worker – Permanent and fixed term posts available

Social Worker – Permanent and fixed term posts available

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
City of York Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Make a real difference in people's lives through person-centred social work.
  • Company: Join the City of York Council, a vibrant and historic place to work.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and a range of staff discounts.
  • Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • Why this job: Develop your career while supporting adults in a collaborative team environment.
  • Qualifications: Must have a recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Make a real difference in one of the UK's most historic and vibrant cities.

York is a fantastic place to live and work.

Rich in history, culture and character, it offers an exceptional quality of life, a strong sense of community and excellent connectivity.

We're looking for passionate and motivated Social Workers to join our Adult Social Care & Community Team (ASCCT) at City of York Council.

Whether you're an experienced practitioner or completing your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE), this is an exciting opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful difference to the lives of adults across the city.

About The Role

As a Social Worker within ASCCT, you'll deliver high-quality, person-centred social work using a strengths‑based approach.

You'll carry out Care Act assessments, work collaboratively with individuals, carers and partner agencies, and support people to achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.

You'll manage a varied caseload while working as part of a supportive, multi‑disciplinary team committed to delivering excellent outcomes for York residents.

  • What You'll Be Doing
  • Undertaking Care Act Assessments to identify eligible needs and agreed outcomes.
  • Developing person-centred support plans in partnership with individuals, carers and wider support networks.
  • Managing a diverse caseload, ensuring timely and proportionate interventions.
  • Participating in the team's duty rota, responding to urgent enquiries and safeguarding concerns where required.
  • Working collaboratively with health colleagues and partner organisations to provide coordinated, strengths-based support.

About You

You will be a qualified Social Worker with a sound understanding of the legislation that underpins adult social care.

  • The Care Act 2014
  • The Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • The Human Rights Act 1998
  • To Apply, You'll Need

A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.

We welcome applications from ASYE candidates, who will receive the support and development needed to begin a successful career with us.

We are currently not licensed to sponsor employees for visas, therefore are unable to offer sponsorship for these roles.

This role is suitable as a job share opportunity.

  • Working Arrangements
  • Whilst York has adopted a hybrid working model, office presence is required, a minimum of 2 days per week.
  • About The Team

ASCCT is a large, busy and supportive service offering a wide range of opportunities to develop specialist knowledge and progress your career.

You'll join a collaborative team of experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

We place a strong emphasis on learning, reflective practice and continuous professional development.

As part of ASCCT, you'll also have opportunities to contribute to the development of our service, support student social workers and ASYEs, and help shape the future of adult social care in York.

Our modern office provides an excellent working environment, including an onsite subsidised café operated by the national charity United Response and stunning views of York's iconic city walls.

  • Our Service Includes
  • Front door service
  • Duty Function
  • Community Social Work
  • Review Managers
  • Health Specialist Social Workers
  • Carer Specialist Workers

City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to pay, pension and flexible working benefits, we have also secured a wide and ever-growing range of discounts and staff benefits.

This includes gym memberships, travel permits, cycle to work schemes, adult education and many more local offers and discounts.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact.

  • Katy Hogden
  • (Team Manager) – 01904 555858 | katy. hogden@york. gov. uk

Closing date Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 12 midnight. Interview date – Proposed date 11 September 2026.

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City of York Council

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City of York Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Social Worker – Permanent and fixed term posts available

Qualified Social Worker
Understanding of Adult Social Care Legislation
Care Act Assessments
Person-Centred Support Planning
Case Management
Collaboration with Health Colleagues
Strengths-Based Approach