We are seeking to recruit two temporary (six month) full-time (37 hours per week) Social Workers, to join our Adult Social Work Team at Derwentside Locality. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team, helping adults achieve positive outcomes, maximise independence and improve their wellbeing.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
The Derwentside Locality Team provides support to adults across the Derwentside area, undertaking assessments, reviews and safeguarding enquiries, whilst promoting independence and strengths-based practice.
As a Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload, working with adults, their families, carers and partner agencies to identify needs, assess risks and develop person-centred support plans. You will be responsible for undertaking Care Act assessments, reviews, mental capacity assessments and safeguarding enquiries where appropriate.
You will work collaboratively with health colleagues and a range of partner organisations to ensure adults receive timely, coordinated and effective support. The role requires excellent assessment and analytical skills, a commitment to person-centred practice and the ability to balance risk whilst promoting choice and independence.
You will benefit from regular supervision, access to training and development opportunities and the support of an experienced and dedicated team.
The post holder will be required to work 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am - 4.30pm on a Friday. We also offer flexible working arrangements.
We encourage you to contact Jade Stockdale, Locality Team Manager, to arrange an informal discussion about the role via email at
[email protected] to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
You must:
- Hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
- Be registered with Social Work England.
- Have experience of working with adults in a statutory social care setting.
- Have knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding principles and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrate strong assessment, planning and analytical skills.
- Be able to develop effective working relationships with adults, carers, partner agencies and colleagues.
- Be committed to promoting independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for adults.
- Be able to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a busy team environment.
Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.
If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.
Our commitment to safeguarding:
Durham County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore if successful in your application, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be sought inclusive of a check of the Adults Barred List, due to the position working in regulated activity. Applicants should be aware that the DBS check will disclose both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings, in line with current legislation and will confirm whether an individual is barred from working with children, adults, or both
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held from 9th September onwards.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website.
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
HOW TO APPLY
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the Person Specification section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted.
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If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email
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