Social Worker (Safeguarding Adults) - CMB1997e
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Job Title: Social Worker – Safeguarding Adults
Location: Carlisle or Workington
Hours: 37
Contract: Permanent
About this opportunity
Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in people’s lives while working in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK? We’re seeking three enthusiastic and committed practitioners to join our Safeguarding Adults Team in Cumberland.
Based primarily across North and West Cumbria, with flexibility to support other areas, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role protecting adults at risk, leading safeguarding enquiries, chairing case conferences, and working closely with partners such as health services, the police, and the voluntary sector.
You’ll manage a varied caseload, provide expert safeguarding advice, and use a strengths-based approach to empower individuals, reduce risks, and protect vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, and neglect.
Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload and provide safeguarding expertise.
* Lead safeguarding enquiries and chair case conferences.
* Collaborate with partners in health services, the police, and the voluntary sector.
* Apply a strengths-based approach to empower individuals and reduce risk.
* Protect vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, and neglect.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for qualified Social Workers who share our values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. Experience of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding principles is desirable, but above all, we’re seeking people who care deeply about protecting others and working in partnership to create positive outcomes.
If you’re ready for a new challenge in a supportive, forward-thinking team – and perhaps a new life in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK – then we’d love to hear from you.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Danielle Dover by email at Danielle.Dover@cumberland.gov.uk
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with an Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults.
Equality, Diversity & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and do our best to accommodate your needs.
Please read the supporting information and refer to our Careers site to learn more about Cumberland Council.
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