Closing date: 29 March 2026
About the Role
The North East Derbyshire Adult Social Work Duty and Safeguarding Team are seeking a permanent full-time Social Worker to join our busy and supportive service.
The successful applicant will work as part of the Duty & Safeguarding function, providing timely and proportionate responses to adults in need of care and support. Key responsibilities include:
* Undertaking safeguarding initial enquiries and Section 42 enquiries
* Responding to daily duty tasks and unplanned requests for support
* Completing Care Act assessments and contributing to outcome-focused plans
* Working collaboratively within a small, experienced team that includes a Service Manager, two Social Workers, and two Social Care Practitioners
This is a full-time duty role, and due to the nature of the work, the postholder will not hold a caseload.
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 pagehere
Informal Discussion
If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please contact Dan Teasel, Service Manager by email daniel.teasel@derbyshire.gov.uk for an informal conversation.
Provisional interview date
Week commencing 6th April 2026
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