Role Overview
This is a public/customer-facing role, where statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. The position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check.
We are looking for innovative social workers qualified with a Social Work Degree, Social Work Qualification (Dip. SW) or equivalent and registered with Social Work England.
Qualifications
* Expert knowledge and experience of relevant legislation, social work theory, policy and principles and evidence of these in practice.
* Previous experience of working in a social care environment with a proven track record of excellent strengths-based practice.
* Ability to undertake, analyse and translate complex assessments of need, risks, and strengths.
* Proficiency at recognising and responding to behaviour that may indicate resistance to change, ambivalent or selective cooperation with services, and recognise when there is a need for immediate action; ability to deliver difficult messages.
* Ability to form strong professional relationships with other partners within a multi-disciplinary setting.
* A high level of written and verbal communication skills.
Should your experience as a social worker be within another sector (such as Children\'s Social Care or the voluntary sector), we provide additional support to transition into adult social work through a supported induction period.
Benefits
* A competitive starting salary, and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress.
* A generous relocation package.
* Welcome bonus of £4,000 for qualified social workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE.
* Induction designed to meet your specific needs and learning.
* A developing career and qualification pathway that will support your progression.
* Dedicated practice educators.
* Regular case and reflective supervision.
* Ambitious new management and leadership.
* 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays.
* Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking.
* A licence to access Research in Practice.
* Payment of your Social Work England registration fees.
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