Your New Organisation:
Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.
Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.
Your new role:
Join a team that is making a real difference in people’s lives.
There has never been a better time to join Southend’s Recovery Team. We are committed to growing and developing our service, embracing innovation, creativity, and person-centred practice to deliver high-quality support to adults when they need it most.
Our team takes a strengths-based and asset-based approach, supporting people to live safely and independently within their communities. We work collaboratively with individuals and their carers to identify personal strengths, build resilience, and connect people with local resources and community support networks that promote wellbeing and independence.
As a Social Worker within the Recovery Team, you will undertake assessments, reviews, support planning, and safeguarding activities, ensuring that practice is delivered in line with relevant legislation, guidance, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in empowering people to achieve positive outcomes while promoting choice, safety, and independence.
You will be joining a friendly, supportive, and experienced team, led by dedicated managers and senior practitioners who are committed to your professional growth. We offer excellent learning and development opportunities, making this an ideal opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced Social Workers.
About Connected Southend
Connected Southend is our innovative, city-wide approach to community practice, personalised enablement, commissioning, and social care support. It brings together practitioners, commissioners, providers, and our wider culture, arts, leisure, and community sectors to deliver the very best information, advice, prevention, support, and social care for local people.
At the heart of Connected Southend is a commitment to helping people remain connected to the communities they value, the people who matter most to them, and the lives they choose to live. Through strong partnerships with voluntary and community organisations, alongside our rich cultural and heritage resources, we are transforming how support is provided across the city.
Underpinned by the principles of the Care Act 2014, Connected Southend promotes citizenship, community opportunities, prevention, enablement, and personalised outcomes. It provides a clear framework and vision for delivering modern, person-centred social care that empowers people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
Why Join Us?
If you are passionate about empowering people, promoting independence, and delivering excellent social work practice, we would love to hear from you.
What you'll need to succeed:
To be shortlisted for this position, you will:
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Hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
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Be registered with Social Work England.
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Have experience of working within Adult Social Care.
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Demonstrate the ability to apply strengths-based and asset-based approaches to assessment, care planning, and review.
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Have experience of, or a sound understanding of, the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and adult safeguarding processes.
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Be able to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues, partner agencies, voluntary organisations, and private sector providers.
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Be committed to continuous professional development, lifelong learning, and delivering high-quality practice.
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Hold a driving licence and have use of a car.
What you'll get in return:
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If you would like a copy the Job Description, please Click here
If you are wanting further information that isn't in the JD, please contact Nathalie [email protected]
Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.
All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.
