If you are looking for a new challenge in Adult Social Care, then the West Locality Social Work team is for you! We are seeking to appoint a qualified Social Worker with experience of multi-agency working in a busy environment and able to work autonomously.
To help us recruit social workers who are committed to working in Middlesbrough we are currently offering a 10% supplement to social work salaries. This additional 10% will be reviewed at the end of March 2025.
Middlesbrough is passionate about improving the lives of all its residents and we are working hard to deliver bespoke services to meet the change in demand. We are seeking to recruit a Social Worker committed to providing high quality service, who is effective in meeting deadlines and can ensure they represent the council’s values to provide a positive customer experience. The role will involve the assessment and care management of the most vulnerable people who live in the West Middlesbrough. Our practice is trauma informed and you must have an interest in working with people who are multi-disadvantaged and have complex needs.
Middlesbrough Council is an exciting and rewarding place to work. We have strong Council Values that underpin every aspect of the council and the services we provide. We offer a blended working contract to work in both office and at home.
Middlesbrough Council offer superb training and development opportunities via our online training portal and through our workforce development lead. For ASYE Social Workers we provide a high level of support to staff with experienced Social Workers providing regular and tailored guidance and input with regular staff supporting our staff and providing a health work culture. Staff have access to regular supervisions as well as other staff support forums.
Applications are sought from individuals who are committed to demonstrating the values of Middlesbrough Council and who will also:
Have effective assessment and care management skills.
Be able to work in a busy environment and to tight time scales.
Be committed to multi-disciplinary working.
Be proactive and innovative in working with adults in need of care and support.
We will support you by providing regular supervision and access to training.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals (CSS, CQSW, DipSW, Degree in Social Work). Applicants should be also registered, or eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.
For more information, please contact Gail Lynch on 01642 729329.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.