Experienced Social Worker

JOB TITLE:SocialWorker

SERVICE: AdultSocialCare

41133 - 49056 per annum (plus 3000 market supplement)

Hybrid role: Newham Dockside E16 2QU

Closing date: 24thNovember

Job Description

WE ARE NEWHAM

Were a vibrant dynamic culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. Were a challenging yet rewarding place forsocialwork practise to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the residents that we work with. We are taking coordinated meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for our residents their families and carers to live learn and thrive.

We are building a fairer Newham through investment co-production and by continuously developing our Well Newham Approach practice model; which centres on Strengths Based and Outcomes Focused working.

We understand thatSocialWork can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work /life balance through a hybrid working offer. When you are not visiting residents their families and carers we have a modern office space for you when you are on site a flexible working policy where all requests are considered and a strengths based supervision policy to support you to do your best work.

About the Job

We offer a variety ofSocialWork opportunities catering to different resident groups and in a variety of settings. All staff work closely with our Practice Managers and Team Managers to ensure that we are able to deliver a safe strength based service promoting and improving independence ensuring comprehensive person-centred assessments reviews and interventions supporting court work (where required) and ensuring residents are safeguarded enabling choice and control regarding their accommodation care and support needs.

Our diverse team is committed to making a positive difference to our residents return we will provide you with the training excellent supervision and development opportunities to progress your career.

We are happy to consider flexible working. The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working part-time condensed hours discuss your needs with us.

About You

Were looking for experienced confidentsocialwork practitioners; you will have at least 2 years post qualified experience (or more) and experience of working effectively within a diverse urban community.

Newham is committed to our workforce being representative of the families we work with to enhance cultural competence and adjust our practice to suit the individuals we serve. We are looking for colleagues who share our values and are passionate about tackling disproportionality wherever they find it and building a Fairer Newham..

You will be a qualifiedsocialworkerwho is registered withSocialWork England.

WHY WORK WITH US

Weve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practisesocialwork.

• A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.
• We focus on reaching excellence.
• North East London Teaching Partnership links to enhance theory practice and academic learning
• We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as residents are supported.
• Stability: 100% of our Senior Managers are permanent staff

A competitive package forsocialworkers of up to 50532 (includes market supplement).

• Oyster card/parking permit for business use.
• Wellbeing service leisure and discount benefits (Council scheme).
• Travel season ticket loan cycle scheme
• Local Authority pension.
• Fleet car electric vehicle lease scheme

TO APPLY

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement (1-2 sides of A4) through our online recruitment portal.

Shortlisting decisions will be based on candidates relevant experience and on candidates suitability for the role in line with the person specification as described in their supporting state. If you wish to talk to a recruiting manager please contact at:

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closing date: 24th November 2025

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age disability ethnicity faith gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values and you bring the experience and skills we need thats all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please attach your supporting statement explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.

We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud other unlawful or dishonest conduct malpractice and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights can be found by Experience:

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