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Adult Safeguarding Social Worker

Posted 6 days ago

Job Title:
Adult Safeguarding Social Worker
Location:
Hybrid (Office & Home-Based)
Salary:
£35,000 - £43,000
Relocation Allowance:
Up to £8,000
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to work with a well funded local authority that provides guaranteed career development and daily one-to-one support. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model, with the requirement to be in the office for two days a week while on duty and the flexibility to work from home for the remainder of the week. As part of a duty rota, you will handle urgent cases, provide timely support to adults in need, and work collaboratively with a team of professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. Caseloads will be shared out with other social workers if help is needed.
Key Responsibilities:
Duty Rota:
Be on the duty rota two days a week, handling emergency cases and providing immediate support.
Caseload Management:
Manage a caseload of adult service users, conducting assessments, creating care plans, and reviewing their progress.
Collaborative Working
: Work alongside other professionals and agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to adult social care.
Safeguarding:
Identify and address safeguarding concerns, ensuring all actions comply with relevant legislation and policies.
Documentation:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and interventions with service users.
Continuous Professional Development:
Engage in mandatory training during the probation period and participate in ongoing training for skills enhancement and professional development.
Support and Development:
Buddy System:
You will have your own practice supervisor to provide daily support with queries, ensuring you feel confident and supported in your role.
Training:
Comprehensive training provided during the probation period, with opportunities for ongoing retraining and professional development.
Benefits:
Annual Leave
: Starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to 'buy' additional days.
Pension Scheme:
Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with up to 19.9% employer contribution.
Flexible Working:
Flexibility to work from home outside of duty days.
Employee Assistance Programme:
Access to health and wellbeing support 24/7.
Family-Friendly Policies:
Enhanced policies to support families.
Childcare Vouchers:
Available to support with childcare costs.
Electric Car Scheme:
Access to electric car leasing options.
Cycle to Work Scheme:
Encouraging a healthy and eco-friendly commute.
Staff Discount Scheme:
Discounts at various retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health and leisure activities, and rail travel.
Relocation Allowance:
Up to £8,000 to support your move.
Leadership and Development:
Opportunities for leadership development and ongoing training.