We are seeking a Qualified Practitioner at level 1 or 2 with an enthusiastic and positive 'can do' approach to join our Intake and Transitions Team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that is dedicated to delivering best practice and service for the residents of Lincolnshire.
About the Role
The Intake and Transitions Team operates countywide within the Learning Disability Service and their main priority is to support effective transition for eligible young people moving from Children's to Adult Services.
The team’s priority is supporting young people to make informed choices about their future and assisting them to achieve the best outcomes during transition and as they enter adulthood.
Working in partnership with Children's Services and relevant care and health partners, each staff member has a link worker role with relevant local schools; attending Education Health and Care (EHC) reviews and providing information and support to young people, their families/carers, and our colleagues in educational establishments.
About the Team
The team is small, friendly, and supportive, consisting of Qualified Practitioners (Social Workers and Learning Disability Nurses) and Unqualified Practitioners, who work together to achieve the best outcomes for the young people they support.
Our diverse and welcoming team supports each other daily, meets collectively on a weekly basis to catch up about workloads, and has monthly get-togethers that are face-to-face, allowing us to brush up on best practice, caseloads, information sharing, and feedback around what is working well for us.
About You
You will need to hold a Nursing or Social Work qualification (DIPSW, CQSW, CETSW, CSS or BA/BSc / Social Work). You must also hold a current registration with the NMC or Social Work England.
You should be able to demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development and to work as part of a team, learning from and contributing to the development of others.
It is essential that you can show sound knowledge of relevant legislation underpinning statutory Adult Care Practice, and be able to demonstrate values that promote wellbeing, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower people to live well.
If you have an enquiring mind and are passionate about promoting the wellbeing of the people who access our service and safeguarding adults at risk, then this would be a great opportunity for you.
About Us
Our qualified practitioners receive excellent supervision, access to learning and development opportunities, and protected time to support continuous professional development.
Our people are our most valued asset.
Along with a competitive salary, we are offering;
* A Contributory pension
* Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
* Civil service sports council membership
* Flexible working policies
* Career progression opportunities
* A generous annual leave entitlement
If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Sonia Savage at sonia.savage@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site), and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team, and the wider County Council.
Applications close on 08/01/2025 and interviews will be held on 21/01/2025.
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