Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner
Salary: £42, 839 - £46,142
37 Hours per Week
Location: Parkside, Market Street, Bromsgrove, B61 8DA
Team: Bromsgrove Area Team (Adults)
Permanent
The Role:
A fantastic opportunity for has arisen for the role of Advanced Social Work Practitioner within the Bromsgrove Area Adults Team. This is a hugely diverse role and no one day is the same. We are proud of the work that we do in our friendly andsupportive team. Located in the Bromsgrove Area covering Alvechurch, Barnt Green, Rubery, Wythall, Hollywood, Bromsgrove and the surrounding villages.
Working alongside another ASWP colleague you will manage the day-to-day operational duties of the Bromsgrove Area Team.This includes supervisory responsibilities and providing an expert, consultative role in the delivery of the strengths based Social Work model.
The Bromsgrove Area team is a learning team and we do enjoy having students.The team does have monthly reflective sessions which the ASWP, Social Workers and Social Care Workers run to expand our knowledge base and learning.The Bromsgrove Area team consists of Social workers and Social Care Workers.We work in partnership with Safeguarding colleagues, finance, health colleagues, providers and housing insupportingthe people who use our services.
There is ongoingsupport and training in developing in your management role and responsibilities. There is a weekly management peer meeting.This is an opportunity to give your ideas and solutions to improve performance and celebrate the succuss of the team.
There is opportunities to be part of project groups that look at policy and practice. You would have the opportunity to help shape services in Worcestershire County Council.If you are looking for more responsibility, asupportiverole with your colleagues, whilst continuing to support and safeguard adults of all ages, then this could be just for you.
The Ideal Candidate:
You'll need a professional social work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS) or other social work qualification certified by Social Work England.Whether you’ve managedand mentored a team beforeor you're looking to take your first steps in developing your management skills this is a great opportunity for an experienced Social Workerlooking to move up in your career andprogress in yourprofession.
For further information please contact:Rita Rogers rrogers@worcestershire.gov.uk
Benefits:
You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage
* Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?
Some of these offers include:
* Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years.If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
* Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
* Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
* Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactoryresponse to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has acommitment to safeguarding service users in our care.
Equality & Diversity:The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
Application Closing Date: 12th September 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: TBC
Attached documents
ASWP JD.pdf
ASWP PS.pdf
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