Job title: Adults Senior Social Worker (CAP)
Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Location: 48 Station Road, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR101PD, Worcestershire County Council
Salary: £23.86 per hour
DBS Required
Hours 9am to 5pm Monday - Thursday; Friday 9am to 4.30pm
Hybrid working - minimum of one office day
Ability to travel throughout Worcestershire.
Office base is Pershore Civic Centre, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1PT
The role:
Experienced social worker to join a community based adults social work Team. Candidate would be responsibile for managing a diverse caseload and participating in the Duty rota.
Covering Wychavon which includes the towns of Evesham, Pershore and Droitwich and surrounding areas.
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It is essential that the post holder has:
- Significant experience in social work, including assessment and support planning with both individuals and carers to improve their well-being.
- Significant experience of working in social care with adults, especially older adults and adults with physical disabilities.
- Significant experience of ensuring the full and active participation of users and carers in their own care arrangements.
- Significant experience of working in conjunction with other health and social care agencies and professionals.
- Significant experience of using community resources, family and natural networks of support to create sustainable packages of care for individuals and help prevent, reduce or delay the need for statutory services
- Significant experience of S117 and Continuing Healthcare
- Significant experience of completing Adult Safeguarding Enquiries
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
It is essential that the post holder has:
- Specialist knowledge of theories and practice relating to Social Work to achieve successful outcomes for adults and carers.
- Detailed knowledge of current legislation relating to adults and carers.
- Detailed knowledge of strength-based practice.
- The ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Good inter-personal skills and the ability to relate to a wide range of people.
- The ability to organise work effectively and deal with multiple priorities.
- The ability to work as part of a team and build strong working relationships with other agencies and communities.
- Assessment and support planning skills relating to work with adults and carers including those with complex needs.
- Partnership working and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage conflict situations.
QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
It is essential that the post holder has:
- A professional qualification in social work.
- Current Social Work England registration.
Wychavon and Malvern Hills District Council
Adults Senior Social Worker (CAP) in Pershore employer: Wax Recruitment Ltd
Pembrokeshire County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Haverfordwest. With a strong commitment to employee development and a collaborative culture, staff are encouraged to grow through mentorship and training opportunities while contributing to meaningful regeneration projects that enhance the community. The council prioritises sustainability and social value, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a positive impact.
