Closing date: 09 November 2025 We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker in Derbyshire Dales Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team (START). You will be part of a fast-paced and highly specialist team who are focused on the wellbeing, empowerment and reablement of people in our community. Wherever possible we aim to prevent the need for hospital admissions and entry into longer term care settings. We enable people that are stepping down following a hospital stay, helping them to achieve their full potential to live as safely, independently and as well as possible in their own homes. We take a multi-disciplinary approach, and the team is a mixture of Senior Practitioner, Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Registered Manager, Enablement Support Leads and Enablement Support Workers. We work closely alongside our health colleagues. Experience of managing a variety of Care Act (2014) interventions with a focus on personalised strength-based approaches and outcomes is essential. You will be proficient in safeguarding enquiries, VARM, Mental Capacity (2005) Assessments and Best Interest Decisions. You will also be required to participate in Duty cover, where we co-locate with health at The Whitworth Hospital. Derbyshire County Council is a fantastic place to work with friendly, supportive teams, access to training and a wealth of other benefits such as our flexi working scheme. We promote an environment that encourages reflection, individual and organisational learning, where we value sharing knowledge and helping each other thrive in our everyday practice. Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including: Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25/27 days annual leave per year (rising to 30/32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant. Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security Supportive management and team Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training. Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling. Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app. Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply) Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle. Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply) Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts. More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page If you want a formal discussion about the role, please email catherine.cutt@derbyshire.gov.uk Provisional Interview Date: 18 November 2025