Experienced Social Worker at Wiltshire Council in Chippenham
About the role
Job summary
Salary: £44,845 - £46,992 (Inclusive of 12.5% market supplement) Hours per week: 37 hours Rolling Advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting.
We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received Main duties of the job We are a compassionate and person-centred Adult Community Team supporting people aged 18 and over who are living with physical disabilities, chronic and long-term conditions, autism or sensory impairments.
You will join an experienced and supportive team where teamwork, wellbeing and mutual respect guide how we work. We value each colleague as an individual and create an environment where you can be yourself. We offer flexible working arrangements, a clear career pathway and a thorough induction.
You will also benefit from regular supervision, ongoing training and peer support to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you are an experienced Social Worker ready to step into a role that combines leadership and skill development, this is a great opportunity to use your expertise.
In this varied role, you will work closely with individuals, families and carers, always taking a person-centred, empathetic and adaptable approach. You will complete Care Act 2014 assessments, identify needs and manage both short-term and long-term cases.
Your work will also include progressing safeguarding enquiries, supporting Court of Protection matters and working closely with health and multidisciplinary partners. Agility and professionalism are essential as you respond to changing needs with compassion and integrity.
You must be registered with Social Work England, understand the Care Act 2014 and take a positive, balanced approach to risk.
About us
Why us Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Job description
Job
responsibilities
For more information about the duties of the role, please refer to the role description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential You must be registered with Social Work England, understand the Care Act 2014 and take a positive, balanced approach to risk. Above all, you will be passionate about making a meaningful difference.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
