Pay Level: 13 at £30,160 to £35,530 (Inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance of £1096) Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 Hours per week Location: Slough, Berkshire The closing date for applications is midnight on 21st November 2025 Interviews will be held week commencing: 1st December 2025 What you’ll be doing: We are looking for 2 Social Work Assistants, who’ll work with residents and their carers to help them live independently and thrive. You’ll build relationships, carry out assessments, create personalised care plans, and connect people with the right support. Using a strengths-based, community-focused approach, you’ll empower individuals to take control of their wellbeing and make the most of their own strengths—all while working closely with local partners to deliver care that truly matters. Our Council: Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment and we would love you to join us in our mission! All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives. What we offer: At Slough Borough Council, we understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months' service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service. The Local Government Pension Scheme We offer a wider range of great benefits, including: Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Our commitment to equality and diversity through our vibrant employee networks: R.E.A.C.H (Race Equality and Celebrating Heritage) Network - celebrating cultural diversity and promoting racial equality Women's Network - supporting career development and workplace equality for women Employees with Disabilities Forum - advocating for accessibility and inclusion LGBTQIA Network - fostering an inclusive environment for all colleagues Neurodivergent Staff Network - helping Slough become a place that truly reflects the needs of our ND staff. Wellbeing initiatives Tax-free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail/bus journey to & from work Accessibility and Support: We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have a condition that may affect your application or interview experience, please provide the following information in your supporting statement when applying: Do you have a condition that we should be aware of? How does this condition affect you in your daily work or interview situations? What accommodations do you need for the interview process or, if successful, in the role? What's the best time of day for an interview if you were shortlisted? This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Right to Work: All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application. Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitment@slough.gov.uk quoting the job reference – our Accessibility Statement has more information. How to Apply: Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications.