Role Summary
1. Demonstrable ability work with people with lived experiences, recognising the council’s Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion policy.
2. Completion of strengths-based Care Act and Mental Capacity assessments in a timely manner.
3. Ability to prioritise work under pressure, adapt their priorities to changes in demand and deliver to agreed deadlines.
4. Completion of person-centred support plans that reflect the expressed wishes of people with lived experiences, and/or their advocates.
5. Contribute to the prevention of risk of harm to maximise the safety and wellbeing of people with lived experiences.
Adult Social Worker Knowledge requirements
6. Must hold a qualification in social work
7. Good demonstrable understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 Mental Health Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
8. Current Social Work England registration
9. Have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
10. Knowledge of social work models and interventions including strengths based practice models
11. Knowledge and understanding of discriminated groups and the ability to ensure that services are appropriately delivered to meet their need
Why Work with Pertemps?
When you work as a locum with us, you can expect:
A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive social care roles UK-wide
A fast, online registration process with support throughout
Full compliance handled by us – hassle-free
Reliable weekly payroll
A referral bonus scheme – refer a friend and earn!
If this role isn’t quite right, we’re still here to help. We have a wide range of local authority locum roles across the UK, including:
12. Qualified Social Workers (Adults, Children & Families, MASH, Mental Health)
13. Occupational Therapists (Hospital Discharge, Reablement, Moving & Handling)
14. Educational Psychologists
15. SEND professionals
Whether you’re seeking remote work, flexible hours, or a better rate, we are likely to have access to a role that’s the perfect match for you.
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