Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge North and East Team
Location: Aylesbury
If you have experience in enabling clients to achieve or maintain independence, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy working alongside individuals to support them in achieving their goals of living independently, then we want to hear from you!
In addition to the salary advertised, you will receive a market premium of £2,275 per annum, and a ‘Golden Hello’ lump-sum payment of £2,000 paid on successful completion of your probationary period.
The Hospital Discharge Teams operate a 7-day service, which currently requires weekend working approximately once every 2 months. For this, you will receive an enhancement and time off in lieu.
About us
Our vision is simple: to make a real difference to the people and communities we serve. This means safeguarding the vulnerable, creating opportunities, building self-reliance, and ensuring that we deliver value for money.
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are focused on the future and committed to serving residents better.
As a social worker at Buckinghamshire Council, you will ensure the highest standards of service are provided to the residents of Buckinghamshire. You will:
* Be an ambassador and leader across social work, both internally and externally.
* Provide a high-quality and effective professional casework service, managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision.
* Comply with legislation, statutory guidance, and local policies and procedures.
* Deliver outstanding support to our residents, ensuring regular monitoring and review of care and support plans.
* Be competent in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework of Social Work.
* Complete assessments in hospitals and assess people in their homes with short term support following hospital discharge.
About you
You will be a great people person, familiar with working to a strength-based approach. Bringing your in-depth knowledge of the latest legislation and statutory guidance, you’ll work independently and with colleagues to support adults and their families. Persistence and an adaptable approach are needed in an outcome-focused way with our partners such as health services, community sector, housing, and care providers.
You must be a qualified Social Worker (holding a social work degree or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England.
We welcome individuals looking to return to social work and offer a return to social work programme assessment and support process. Please contact the Learning and Wellbeing Hub via email at learninghub@buckinghamshire.gov.uk for more information.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants are required to declare all unspent convictions and conditional cautions.
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.
Our values
We have a set of values that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative, and Trustworthy.
By joining us, you can expect:
* A fair and inclusive culture
* The chance to make a difference
* Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing support and career development opportunities
* Opportunities to participate in fundraising and social events
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we serve in Buckinghamshire and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion.
About the Service Area
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to ensuring that our residents stay as independent as they can, for as long as possible. We are looking for dynamic Social Workers who are passionate about enabling clients to fulfil their potential.
Your work will include carrying out needs assessments, creating person-centred care plans, ensuring delivery of services, and reviewing outcomes with individuals and their support networks.
You will work in partnership with other professionals to support our residents effectively and holistically. Our Social Workers will act by the principles of personalisation, ensuring care and support plans are person-centred.
You will demonstrate emotional resilience and intelligence, maintaining focus despite setbacks, and a real desire to enable clients to achieve their goals of living independently.
So, if you are looking for a new challenge and want to become part of a team that places a premium on listening and learning, we want to hear from you!
We recognise and reward you
We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible working arrangements.
Benefits of working for Buckinghamshire:
* Up to 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 days after more than 5 years’ service
* Relocation allowance up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)
* Development opportunities in key areas, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills
* Travel discounts with Arriva
* Access to corporate health and wellbeing services offering free confidential advice
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