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P116046 - Social Worker

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
06/03/2025
Advert End Date:
20/03/2025 23:59
Salary:
£37,938 - £43,693 pro rata
Hours per week:
32
Job Category:
Social Work - Adult Service
Vacancy ID:
277210
Employment Location:
Gateshead
Post Number:
P116046
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
20 Mar
Further Information
We’re looking for a part time (32 hours per week) Social Worker, Interested?

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Adult Social Care? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

About the role….

Our busy Front Door of Adult Social Care consists of 3 teams; Adult Social Care Direct (ASCD) where all referrals are received, an Occupational Therapy Enablement service and the Single Point of Access (SPA) team where the current vacancies are. The SPA team is a fast-paced assessment team consisting of Social Workers, Assessing Officers and Social Work Auxiliaries.  We receive referrals from ASCD and complete Care Act assessments and reviews, implement support plans and review services.  If, following review, it is clear that long term case management is required we would transfer these cases to our Locality teams at this point.

You will work closely with the client, their family and those involved in their care to assess needs under the Care Act 2014 and, where appropriate, undertaking mental Capacity assessments and Best Interests decisions.  You will also complete duty regularly which involves triaging referrals, signposting when necessary and prioritising urgent referrals as they arise. 

Essential Criteria:

You must have knowledge of the current legislation including The Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act (amended 2007) and its interface with The Mental Capacity Act 2005, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. You will have the ability and confidence to interpret this legislation and apply it to practice while adhering to the Local Authority's statutory responsibilities. You will be joining Gateshead Council at an exciting time when we are preparing for the implementation Liberty Protection Safeguards.  You will receive all the required training to support you in your role once the anticipated Liberty Protection Safeguards becomes legislation.

You will have a Social Work qualification (MA or BA in Social Work, Dip SW CQSW or CSS or equivalent) and be registered with the SWE. You will have experience of working with people (and their carers) with mental health, physical health needs and Learning Disabilities, in assessment work and arranging packages of care and an understanding of the reviewing and monitoring process. Experience of managing risk and being involved in the safeguarding process is also essential.

You will also have a current driving licence and access to a car or means to mobility support. You will have effective communication skills, a flexible and self-motivated approach and be committed to equal opportunities, anti-oppressive practice and interagency working. You will have excellent IT skills and the ability to prioritise your workload and diary and manage competing demands. Experience of responding to emergency situations and being part of team duty rota. 

It is essential that you are able to work as part of a team and using your own initiative and have the ability to identify when support, advice and guidance is required. Maintenance of the Local Authority's social care database including the accurate recording of case observations is essential.

A commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to undertake relevant training as required by the Local Authority is essential.

People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee.  We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.  

A bit about Gateshead Council…

Adult Social Care is on the frontline of tackling the inequalities in poverty and health that our community face. Our Thrive Agenda aims to effectively address these issues and enable the members of our community to live thriving lives.

Working in Adult Social Care is not an easy job, however; there aren’t many that are more fulfilling when you can see the impact that you are having on the lives of the members of our community who are in need of support.

We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a high-quality service.   We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.

What’s in it for you?  Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!

You will be appointed to Grade I (£37,938 - £40,476) or grade J (£40,476 - £43,693) depending upon your qualifications and experience. Newly Qualified Social Workers will be held on the bottom of grade I (£37,938) pending successful completion of the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).
You can save for your future by enrolling in our generous pension scheme.
You’ll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
We’ll give you access to a Co Wheels vehicle for work use, saving your petrol costs and wear to your vehicle.
You’ll get 25 days annual leave per year and the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
We’ll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend; including O2, Virgin Media and Dell.
Access to the BlueLight Card Scheme.
Access to generous flexi time system with the opportunity to take 2 flexi days per 4 week flexi period, depending on the needs of the service.
We offer hybrid working, allowing colleagues to work remotely where appropriate if they wish to do so.
A robust Workforce Development offer with loads of opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas.

Adult Social Care at Gateshead Council offers the chance to progress in a variety of roles across the service. Our colleagues had this to say:

“Gateshead Council are very, very good at encouraging staff to progress in their careers, and to believe in the staff and believe in themselves” – David

“I think there is a real ethos of growing your own and making sure that staff are rewarded for their efforts and feel that they can do jobs.” – Angela

It’s time to apply!

We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us.  Please take a look at the full job profile.  It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria, because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.

If successful, you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Carol Wilson (Team Manager) on 0191 4338371.

Online applications only at: https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/
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