Social Worker
Grade: JK
Contract Type: Permanent
Vacancy Hours: Full Time 37 hours per week
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding and varied role working with adults and older people or a newly qualified Social Worker looking to complete your ASYE in a supportive environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
About the Role
As a Social Worker, forming collaborative partnerships will be key. You will work closely with a variety of teams and agencies, including health colleagues, stronger communities and prevention teams, voluntary and independent sector, promoting health and wellbeing and preventing, reducing, and delaying need, in line with the Care Act.
Through strength-based assessments and interventions, you will support adults with care and support needs and their carers to achieve their desired outcomes and wellbeing. You will develop personalised care and support plans that represent best value, determine eligibility against national standards, and ensure safety from harm. You should have good working knowledge of current adult social care legislation, including the Care Act 2014.
The role is hybrid: 2 days in the office and 3 days from home.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this post you will have a professional Social Work Qualification, DipSW or CQSW and you will have current registration with Social Work England.
Working in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire is rich in history, culture and natural beauty, with access to Leeds, York, Newcastle, Durham and London.
Benefits of Working for NYC
* Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
* Generous leave entitlement
* Retail, travel and leisure discounts and salary sacrifice discount schemes through our Everybody Benefits offer.
* Commitment to staff development and continuous learning
* Progression and career‑enhancement opportunities
* Access to modern technologies to aid flexible working practices.
* As a Mindful Employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting your mental health and wellbeing at work.
* Green travel loan scheme offering an interest‑free loan towards an annual season ticket.
* In‑house occupational health services, preferential rates on a private health scheme.
* Free eye test for staff using a computer regularly and potential computer‑specific glasses.
Contact
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Kate Wright on 07890381088 or email Kate.Wright@northyorks.gov.uk
Key Dates
Closing Date: Sunday 23rd November 2025
Short listing: Monday 24th November 2025
Interview Date: Weeks Commencing 1st and 8th December 2025
Safeguarding and Supporting Adults
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in Regulated Activity to apply for roles that require unsupervised work with adults at risk. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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