Job Description

Qualified Social Worker - Adults Locality Team

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Adults Locality Team with the Social Care industry in Gloucestershire County Council. The Qualified Social Worker - Adults Locality Team vacancy in Gloucestershire County Council will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.

Responsibilities include:

• Mentoring newly qualified social workers
• Liaising with other professionals
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Holding complex cases
• Carrying out initial safeguarding enquiries and s42 enquiries
• Providing advice to the public, partner agencies and regulated care providers in relation to safeguarding concerns
• Completing home visits and safeguarding assessments and reports
• Working with people at risk, and people who have caused harm
• Attending multidisciplinary meetings
• Completing referrals to relevant agencies for support

Experience preferred:

• Post qualifying experience of working within an Adults Locality Team or Safeguarding Team.

The Team:

• Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels.

Minimum Requirements:

• HCPC Registration
• 3 year post qualifying experience within UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits of Working for Gloucestershire County Council:

Our client cares about every all staff and they recognise the importance of training and development to help you reach your full potential within the job role. They have a clear Workforce Development Strategy, with opportunities for professional development and career progression. They offer a flexible time scheme which allows you to manage your work and home commitments in a way that suits your lifestyle.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this Senior Social Worker - Adults Locality Team position, or any similar vacancies we have available in Gloucestershire County Council, please contact Harry Bannister or email your updated CV today.