About us

We work in partnership across the town to shape a health and social care system to be proud of, a system that is fit for the future and built to last.

We require the best social work professionals on board with a strengths-based approach to the delivery of high-quality care and support. Our social workers make a huge difference day in, day out, and our organisation is playing a leading role in efforts to deliver the truly joined up health and social care services the people of Warrington need and deserve.

We currently have full time vacancies within our Locality Service for Experienced Social Workers (minimum of 12 months experience). The Locality Teams carry out a care management function, working primarily with people over the age of 65 years with a range of complex needs including Dementia. The service covers four geographical areas in Warrington: Central, East, South, and West. Each team has a Team Manager, a Senior Practitioner, Experienced Social Workers, Social Workers (including ASYE) and Community Care Workers. As a valued member of the team, you will have the support of your line manager with your individual caseload. The teams also have access to administrative support.

We have opportunities for all social workers that will enable you to develop further skills within Warrington's Locality Teams.

There are also potential opportunities to specialise in other areas including learning disability, mental health, physical disability, acquired brain injury, hospital discharge or short term, crisis intervention work in the future.

What else can we offer you?

• A comprehensive induction programme.

• Excellent training and development opportunities, AMHP, Practice Educator and court skills training.

• Regular monthly reflective supervision.
• Subsidised parking charges and mileage allowances.

The role

Workers on the team have an opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge around a wide range of issues including Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Decisions, Court of Protection work, safeguarding enquiries, and Continuing Health Care processes. You will work within the legislation of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Mental Health Act 1983 to deliver a personalised assessment, support planning and reviews following the strengths-based approach, networking with partners and ensuring holistic outcomes.

The opportunity to support/mentor ASYE and new staff.

What's needed?

Self-motivated and flexible with the ability to use own initiative

Good organisational skills with ability to prioritise work to deadlines

Positive approach to managing stress and the ability to work under pressure

Ability to use IT and present information

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a range of people including: team members, service users, carers, colleagues within the department and with other agencies.

Ability to prioritise and organise workload to meet targets and respond to unforeseen events.

Negotiation, problem solving and decision making skills 8.

Ability to adapt to change

Ability to model and promote excellent practice within the team and to wider audiences

Education, Qualifications and Knowledge

Recognised social work qualification

SWE registration

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development

Knowledge of the equipment and adaptations criteria, assessment process and provision

Knowledge of relevant legislation, Government policy and guidance in relation to social care, health and housing.

Additional qualifications e.g. Post Graduate Certificate, Practice Educator, BIA, AMHP

37 Hours per week

Flexible, innovative approach and good time keeping

Full and current driving licence

Ability to carry out visits to service users homes and other community venues

Completion of mandatory training

Enhanced DBS clearance

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme

Key Dates & Further Information

Please complete application form no later than the closing date.

Please ensure you answer the questions fully and provide relevant information when asked.

The interview process will be approximately 60 minutes; this will be a face-to-face interview.

You can find more information about all the adult social work teams within Warrington’s Recruitment Website.

If you would like to discuss these roles prior to application, please contact?

Telephone 01925 442239

email gmelarange@warrington.gov.uk

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

DBS clearance is required.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer

For more information and details of how to apply, please visit Experienced Social Worker | warrington.gov.uk