We’re looking for a Social Worker. Interested?
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Adult Social Care? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
The team…
Our Learning Disability Team is based within Adult Social Care in Gateshead. The team is made up of Social Workers, Assessing Officers, Senior Practitioners, and Team Managers who work closely with other adult social care teams and external partners. It is a friendly and supportive team – you will be made very welcome!
We use a conversational approach, focusing on an individual’s strengths and the community around them, supporting Gateshead residents to live thriving lives. Teams across the service provide assessment, intervention, and support in relation to an individual’s social care needs with a focus on promoting wellbeing and independence, helping individuals take greater control over their lives by championing an early engagement model.
About the role…
We are looking to recruit a Social Worker to join the team on a full-time permanent basis working with adults with Learning Disabilities. You will have knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and associated legislation, including Hospital Discharge Guidance, Safeguarding Adults Legislation Policy, The Mental Health Act (amended 2007), The Mental Capacity Act 2005, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and Continuing Health Care and section 117, along with the ability to interpret Social Care Legislation and apply it to practice whilst adhering to the Local Authority statutory responsibilities.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has excellent communication skills and who is enthusiastic about the work we do. You will have a commitment to equal opportunities, anti-oppressive practice, and inter-agency working.
You will also have a commitment to continuous professional development in addition to a willingness to undertake relevant training, as required by the Local Authority. You will also have a current driving licence and access to a car or mobility support.
You must have a Social Work qualification or be pending successful completion of your final year at university studying the Social Work qualification (i.e. MA or BA in Social Work, Dip SW CQSW or CSS or equivalent). You must also have current registration with Social Work England or be pending successful completion of your final year at university studying the Social Work qualification.
Please see the Job profile for further details on the role.
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Adult Social Care is on the frontline of tackling the inequalities in poverty and health that our community face. Our Thrive Agenda aims to effectively address these issues and enable the members of our community to live thriving lives.
Working in Adult Social Care is not an easy job; however, there aren’t many that are more fulfilling when you can see the impact that you are having on the lives of the members of our community who are in need of support.
We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a high-quality service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills, and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
What’s in it for you?
You will be appointed to Grade I (£37,938 - £40,476) or Grade J (£40,476 - £43,693) depending upon your qualifications and experience. Newly Qualified Social Workers will be held on the bottom of Grade I (£37,938) pending successful completion of the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).
You can save for your future by enrolling in our generous pension scheme.
You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and the ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
We’ll give you access to a Co Wheels vehicle for work use, saving your petrol costs and wear to your vehicle.
You’ll get a generous annual leave package starting at 26 days annual leave (+ 2 extra statutory days) for new employees, rising to 30 days (+ 2 extra statutory days) after 5 years of continuous local government service.
You will have the chance to purchase up to 10 additional holiday days per year (through salary sacrifice).
We’ll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend, including O2, Virgin Media, and Dell.
Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme offering various discounts.
Access to a generous flexi-time system with the opportunity to take up to 3 flexi days per 4-week flexi period, depending on the needs of the service.
We offer hybrid working, allowing colleagues to work remotely where appropriate if they wish to do so.
A robust Workforce Development offer with loads of opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please read the full job profile to ensure that you meet the essential criteria for the post, as only applicants that meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile will be shortlisted.
If successful, you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact: LisaSingh@gateshead.gov.uk
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