Adult Senior Social Workers
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council - Various locations across Suffolk
- 38925 - 44305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payments for 2 3 and 5 years service ofand 2000
- Full time and Part time hours available
- Permanent
We are recruiting countywide forSenior Social WorkersinAdult Social Care.
With Suffolk you can enjoy a great career for yourself and support vulnerable adults. Were always looking for new ways to deliver even better Workers working with Suffolk County Council play an integral role in our preventative approach to Social Care. We encourage our multi-disciplinary teams to share their ideas and experience. We work together to get things done. Bring your positive proactive attitude and well empower you to make the most of your experience.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Senior Social Workersare passionate in demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations. Managing your own complex caseload as well as supporting your colleagues with theirs youll be a source of specialist advice and enable the mitigation of high levels of risk. Youll also bring professional expertise to contribute to the development of practice will have experience in developing strong working relationships with partners other agencies and the voluntary sector to deliver improved outcomes.
What you will need
Youll bring significant experience of social work modelling good practice and providing advice and guidance in complex situations. Were also looking for your ability to mentor both newly qualified and experienced team members. As a subject matter expert in relevant professional practice you should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation regulations and guidance.
Youll also need:
- to be a qualified registered social worker and have completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- evidence of 2 years continued professional development and capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards
- an in-depth understanding of the financial implications of commissioned care packages
- the ability to make clear decisions to highlight and limit potential risks associated with intervention.
- valid driving licence and access to personal transport.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx)ifyou believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Post 1: The Willows
Youll be part of a small specialist team dedicated to supporting adults with Organic Mental Health difficulties in Later Life who qualify for Section 117 Aftercare. The team is responsible for managing hospital discharges and conducting aftercare reviews within the Ipswich East locality. Working alongside care providers NSFT and the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) youll help build strong relationships and improve outcomes for individuals in complex situations.
Post 2: Bury Town
Bury Town is a busy and supportive team serving adults in Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding villages. We work closely with colleagues in health NSFT housing and the wider multidisciplinary team to carry out assessments under the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act. Our responsibilities also include responding to safeguarding concerns reviewing care and support plans and operating a duty service to address urgent needs.
Post 3: Waveney
Waveney is part of the Great Yarmouth and North Suffolk Integrated Care Board and is dedicated to building an integrated health and social care system that delivers better outcomes for adults in our community. In this role you will work closely with the Team Manager Senior Practitioners and a committed dynamic team of Social Workers Independence and Well-Being Practitioners and Occupational Therapists to support this mission. While the main base is at Riverside occasional travel to the JPUH will be required to support colleagues based in the discharge hub.
Waveney is a forward-thinking and innovative service leading the way in developing practice service delivery and collaborative approaches. We are enthusiastic about sharing our progress across the county to promote best practice and ensure a consistent fair approach for all.
About us
Our staff are our greatest asset and with you in our team we can achieve the authoritys priorities of enabling everyone to live long healthy fulfilling lives whilst safeguarding the most vulnerable people in Suffolk. All our staff are provided with Information Technology and devices to allow more flexibility in the role and access to systems like the LAS (LiquidLogic Adults System) when working with clients.
We work to a strength-based practice model and would encourage you to apply for our roles if you think you have the same values so we can continue with this approach to help empower Suffolk residents.
In Suffolk were transforming how we deliver Adult Social Care through ourPeople at the Heart of Careprogramme. This puts people at the centre of their own care choices and decisions from initial advice to assessments and self-commissioning. Find out aboutour plans to transform Adult Social Care by putting people at the heart of care ().
Career development
Having developed and established an excellent career development pathway we will support you in your career development and choices. To ensure we offer our staff the best opportunities to progress we offer a minimum of six protected days for Social Workers to undertake continuous professional development; ensuring that you are given sufficient time and support to maintain registration with Social Work England.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in ourWorkforce Equality Report ()
To find out more information
For an informal discussion about these roles please contactBeverly Chambersbyeither emailingor by calling(01394) 605058.
Visit ourSocial work in Adult Social Care careers pages ().
Sponsorship may be available for applicants that are based in the UK
How to apply
Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30 pm 7 July 2025.
Interview date: 21 July 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
