Job Introduction
NQSW: £32,076 - £33,945 FTE Pa
Social Worker: £35,745 - £38,223 FTE pa
Experienced Social Worker: £40,221 - £43,421 FTE pa
The Safeguarding Adults Service within the Department of Health and Wellbeing is looking to recruit 2 full-time social workers. You must have a CQSW/CSS/DIPSW/Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work or equivalent and hold a current driving licence (unless a disability prevents this).
We are looking for practitioners who are passionate about social work and who are confident in upholding and promoting the rights of people who use the service. Applicants will have a sound understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and be able to demonstrate how they apply this in their practice. Candidates will understand the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP) and how this impacts on social work practice in the context of safeguarding adults under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014.
We are looking for practitioners who are passionate about social work and who are confident in upholding and promoting the rights of people who use the service. Applicants will have a sound understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and be able to demonstrate how they apply this in their practice. Candidates will understand the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP) and how this impacts on social work practice in the context of safeguarding adults under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced and dynamic service. The successful candidates will be joining a recently re-structured service and become part of a wider team dedicated to strengths-based and outcome-focused practice. The right candidates will have brilliant interpersonal skills and will be capable at building effective working relationships with colleagues, people who use the service and professional partners alike. Candidates will be confident in assessing risk and in promoting risk-enablement. In their roles, successful candidates will contribute to providing a service in accordance with the local Joint Multi-Agency Safeguarding Adults Policy and Procedures by undertaking enquiries into allegations of abuse and neglect. Please see the individual job profile below for more detail on the role.
We offer a supportive work environment with flexible working conditions and access to a range of continuous professional development opportunities. Regular reflective supervision will be provided along with a corporate annual appraisal. Newly Qualified Social Workers will be expected to undertake the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.
We offer a supportive work environment with flexible working conditions and access to a range of continuous professional development opportunities. Regular reflective supervision will be provided along with a corporate annual appraisal. Newly Qualified Social Workers will be expected to undertake the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.
We can offer:
- Staff discount scheme ‘Vivup’ offering shopping discounts; 24/7 employee assistance programme and free will writing service
- An induction programme offering mentoring, and support of experienced colleagues
- Regular supervision and Annual Appraisal
- Access to Training and ongoing Professional Development
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Re-location Package available (subject to conditions)
- Flexibility of working from both home and office
- Car parking across the district
- Fantastic Corporate Clubactive gym discount
- A culturally diverse workforce reflecting our community
Are you:
- Somebody who can work well in a fast paced and dynamic environment?
- Enthusiastic and positive about change?
- Willing to contribute to ongoing service development?
- A team player who can be flexible to support colleagues and meet service needs
If you would like further information or to chat to us about this exciting opportunity then please contact:
Ruksana Aziz on 07582 102633 or email ruksana.aziz@bradford.gov.uk.
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
