At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities to enhance their independence and wellbeing.
- Company: Join a compassionate team at Hampshire County Council making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, professional development, and employee support.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for career growth within social work.
- Why this job: Kickstart your social work career while positively impacting lives in your community.
- Qualifications: Compassionate attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 27780 - 30564 £ per year.
Job Reference: HCC
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 pro-rata per annum (actual salary £25,142 - £27,672 per annum)
Work Location: Havant Plaza, Havant
Hours per week: 33.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
The Role:
Joining our Learning Disabilities Team as a Case Worker is an excellent introduction into Social Work. You’ll be an integral part of our team providing individuals with a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
It’s not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What’s important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we’ll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals.
What you’ll be doing:
- Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
- Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
- With support and training, you’ll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.
What we’re looking for:
- The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
- Effective organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Case Worker role, team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.
Why join us?
- Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker.
- Make a difference and feel proud of the work you do.
- Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
- Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
- Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
- Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Travel Requirements:
You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.
Values Based Recruitment:
We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application.
Additional Information: Case Worker Candidate Pack
Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: For general enquiries, please contact. For an informal chat about the role, please contact Yvonne Cherry, Team Manager.
Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
Case Worker in Havant employer: Shared Services Partnership
Shared Services Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With flexible working hours and a competitive leave entitlement, this role as an Occupational Health Advisor allows you to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a healthy work-life balance in the UK.
Contact Details:
Shared Services Partnership Recruitment Team
