Overview
Are you committed to work with vulnerable adults and their families to support them through challenges they face in everyday life? Do you want to work in an authority that is friendly, compassionate, positive and supportive? Would you like to join a council that invests in developing our Social Workers through a clear progression pathway? Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council has a perfect opportunity for you.
Due to the investment in our social work teams, we have several adult social work vacancies with both part-time and full-time opportunities available. These are across a range of teams in adult services, including Learning Disability, Assessment and Support Planning Team and Mental Health services. We welcome applications from both experienced staff and newly qualified social workers or students who are due to complete their qualification. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is committed to promoting independence, choice and control and promoting Self Directed Support where people are eligible for social care services.
As a Social Worker in Adults Services, we will provide a nurturing environment where your practice will flourish. You will work within a small, friendly team, have a manageable caseload, and be provided with strong learning resources. You will also receive extra personal support from an advanced practitioner, regular supervision, bespoke learning and development and excellent post-qualifying opportunities.
Responsibilities / Requirements
To be considered for interview, you will:
* Have a relevant social work qualification
* Be registered with Social Work England
* Have an enabling, person-centred approach which promotes independence
* Have knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and practices
* Have the ability to travel independently across the borough
We know and understand that being a social worker is hard work and challenging at times; that is why we reward you with a very attractive employment offer and excellent benefits.
Alongside regular supervision, access to training and shared learning, mental health and well-being support, we offer a wider range of benefits including:
* A career progression salary from £34,434 - £47,181 pro rata
* £3,585.70 per annum AMHP allowance – where relevant pro rata
* 27 days annual leave pro rata per year rising to 32 with 5 years service. Ability to purchase additional leave is also available
* Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement
* Your SWE Registration paid for
Access to a number of employee benefits including salary sacrifice Car Lease Scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, employee assistance programme, physiotherapy and more.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers
If you would like an informal discussion about the role before you apply, then please contact:
Graham Lyons – Assistant Director – graham.lyons2@stockton.gov.uk. Tel 01642 528164 or Calum Titley – Service manager calum.titley@stockton.gov.uk Tel: 01642 527528
Guidance for applicants
You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. While we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications, submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
We look forward to reading your application. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK. All communication will also appear in the My Messages section of your North East Jobs account.
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