This role has a starting salary of £40,929 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week (pro-rata for part-time staff). Although this is advertised as a full-time position, we also welcome part-time applications.
We are excited to be hiring a Social Worker to join our fantastic Spelthorne Locality team. The team is based at the Ashford Centre in Ashford, Surrey.
Although this is advertised as a full-time position, we also welcome part-time applications. Applications from Newly Qualified Social Workers will also be considered - the salary for a NQSW is £36,817 per annum, rising to £40,929 upon completion of your ASYE year. If you are interested, please refer to the Newly Qualified job profile and make it clear on your application that you are applying for this grade.
"Working as a Social Work Assistant and later as a Social Work Student within the Spelthorne Locality Team has been an immensely rewarding experience, particularly given my transition from an accounting background. Initially, I had limited understanding of the intricacies of social work, but the welcoming and supportive nature of the team played a crucial role in my professional development. I received comprehensive training that equipped me with essential skills and knowledge. Furthermore, the buddy system implemented by the team proved invaluable, providing me with a go-to person for guidance whenever I encountered uncertainties. The management team's approachability and willingness to assist in any situation have been exceptional, fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth. This experience has not only broadened my perspective but also solidified my commitment to the field of social work." - Alfred Torson, Senior Social Care Assistant
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Team
Our Spelthorne Locality Team is one of eleven locality teams working across Surrey to support our adult residents with physical disabilities and older persons. You will be working in the surrounding areas of Staines, Ashford, Sunbury, Shepperton and Laleham. We aim to promote people's independence and wellbeing, through personalised care and support that focuses upon their strengths, the outcomes they want to achieve and enables choice and control.
With guarantees of a supportive team, excellent training & development opportunities including our Social Work Academy 'Senior Readiness Programme'. This Programme is designed to support Social Workers to develop their skills and experience so that they can progress to become Senior Social Workers.
The team offer hybrid working with the expectation of 2-3 days in the office. Please note during the initial induction period you would be expected to be office based 5 days a week
About the Role
As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will work across various unique projects that ensure that the people we support can enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy & meaningful lifestyle.
You will be undertaking safeguarding enquiries, carrying out assessments within the community and working with a diverse group of individuals and partner agencies.
You will be able to supervise less experienced members of staff within the team and support their development. In return for all of your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
- Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England
- Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012
- An understanding and experience of working in a strengths-based approach.
- Knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act.
- Experience in assessment, preparation of support plans and reviewing outcomes.
- Assessment and management of risk.
- Experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries and examples of you using your professional judgement in complex situations.
- Commitment to your own professional development.
Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 1st September 2024 with interview dates to be confirmed.
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.