Worcestershire County Council,
Job Title
: Social Care Worker
*Salary:*
£23,188 to £27,324 per annum
30 hours per week
Location:
Worcester City Area team
Permanent, Part Time
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Social Care Worker in the Worcester City Area Social Work Team. Are you enthusiastic, dynamic, and want to join a dedicated and very supportive team delivering Adult Social Care across a picturesque and historic City Centre.
In Worcestershire we have adopted the 3 Conversation model of practice which involves a strength-based approach to working with people. You will manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision and have the ability to approve and purchase support packages to support people to make positive changes in their life. You will need to have the confidence to advocate for our clients and work in partnership with health colleagues, other statutory partners, and voluntary sector providers. You are given opportunities and supported to be creative, innovative and search for strength-based solutions.
We are a very supportive and friendly team. We promote a positive team culture and learning environment which includes weekly reflective practice and catch-up sessions, to include both office and home-based working.
You will be offered on-going training, and professional development opportunities, monthly supervision, and a warm, supportive working environment where we value your contribution, and team members value and support each other.
Quotes from the Team:
* I have been part of Worcester Area Team for over 6 years, they are good to work with and are always approachable for advice, guidance, and support, we work as a team tapping into each other's knowledge to best support the people of Worcester City.
* I joined the team as an agency worker for a 6-month contract, and 5 yrs. later I am still here on a permanent contract working with an amazing team, who are supportive of one another. We also have a supportive team manager and ASWP's." who have helped me grow as a social care worker, my knowledge and experience are appreciated and recognised.
* My time at Worcester area team has been a fantastic and positive experience. It has been a privilege to have been part of such a strong and supportive team environment. I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of diverse caseloads which has provided me with real insight and experience into the deliverance of excellent social work practice.
* Being part of this team has contributed positively to the quality and consistency of the services that we can deliver. Furthermore, most importantly being part of this positive team environment has helped me flourish and excel in my role which has been crucial in my learning and development.
This is a compliment for one of the team:
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I just wanted to feedback to the manager of *** in your team.
I am the main carer for my wife your worker has been so helpful and really on the ball ever since being in contact with her
.
I have been informed about every step of the process and couldn't have been more pleased with the service me and my wife has received so far
.
As the main carer for my wife, I have struggled for many months but since being in contact everything has happened so fast, it is really re-assuring
."
If you have any further questions about the role, please contact the Area Manager Michelle Hewitt on
Benefits:
You'll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council, so do take a look Some of the other benefits we can offer include:
* Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 25 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 30 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 25 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 30 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.
* Green Car Scheme and Bike Scheme
* We also have generous relocation package for those individuals looking to move further afield**
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 satisfactory response 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 a commitment 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:
Sunday 12th October 25
Anticipated Interview Date:
TBC
* T&C'S Apply
Attached documents
Social Care Worker Role Profile (scale
Social Care Worker JD PS (Scale