Qualified Social Worker - South Locality Team (Adults) inHigh Wycombe inHigh Wycombe PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
Buckinghamshire Council rtLUeZ1W
Applicants must be qualified social workers registered with Social Work England and have a full driving licence. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in social work practice. Buckinghamshire Council encourages individuals looking to return to social work and offers support through a structured assessment and program.
Come join the fantastic South Locality social work team! We are a vibrant community team based in High Wycombe.
In addition to the salary advertised, you will receive a market premium of £2,275 per annum, you will also receive a Golden Hello lump-sum payment of £2000 paid on successful completion of your probationary period.
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We welcome individuals looking to return to social work and offer a return to social work programme assessment and support process. Should this be something of interest to you please contact the Learning and Wellbeing Hub via email arrange an informal chat or to find out more information.
As a social worker at Buckinghamshire Council, you will ensure the highest standards of service are provided to the residents of Buckinghamshire. You will:
- Be an ambassador and leader across social work, both internally and externally.
- Provide a high-quality, effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and your experience.
- Comply with legislation, statutory guidance, and local policies and procedures.
- Deliver outstanding support to our residents and ensure regular monitoring and review of care and support plans.
- Be competent in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework of Social Work.
You must be a qualified Social Worker (holding a social work degree or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England. In addition, a full driving licence with access to a vehicle is an essential requirement for this role.
Naturally, youll be a great people person, familiar with working to a strength-based approach. Thinking outside the box, youll support your clients and help prevent, reduce or delay the need for care. Bringing your in-depth knowledge of the latest legislation and statutory guidance, youll work independently and with colleagues to support adults and their families. Persistence and an adaptable approach are needed in an outcome-focused way with partners such as health services, care providers and other stakeholders.
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