Social Work Support Assistant

6 months ago


Northumberland, United Kingdom Northumberland County Council Full time

Job Introduction
**Social Work Support Assistant - Permanent, Full time (37 hours)**

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a social work support assistant to join our enthusiastic countywide learning disabilities team in Northumberland.

This is an opportunity to make a difference. You will work alongside other professionals, promoting strength based approaches to practice and service delivery to adults with Learning disabilities. You will work alongside and in partnership with individuals, families and carers using a range of interpersonal and communication skills in relationship to comprehensively assess complex psychosocial need, set objectives, develop care plans and deliver appropriate interventions.

You will complete Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments and collaborate with a range of external services to access any resources required to meet the care and support needs you have identified. You will also lead in ensuring their safety in their day to day lives and to help them live as full and independent a life as possible.

We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will need to have a strong commitment to enabling and empowering service users to live independently in the community and help them think creatively about how they can do that. There will be a focus on managing risk and ensuring service users are protected from significant harm.

You will need to be able to work well within a team and independently, have good time management skills and an ability to prioritise. You also need strong interpersonal, advocacy and communication skills. Solid IT skills are also needed to be able to input, use and retrieve data and information although full system training will be given.

As you work to provide a comprehensive assessment, you will benefit from a good balance of autonomy and support. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your caseload but will have regular supervision and the full support of your Team Manager.

**Essential requirements**:

- Have a clear understanding of the Care Act and the Local Authorities statutory duties
- NVQ 3 in social care or equivalent
- Experience of working with adults in a social care setting
- Some knowledge of legislation relevant to mental health and adult social care
- Due to the nature of this role, it is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving license and has access to a car they can use for work purposes.

**Why choose us?**
We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

- Band 5 salary £26,421(rising to £28,770)
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
- Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, home working, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
- Car leasing scheme

**Further information


  • Social Work Assistant

    6 months ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom LSS (Staff Recruitment and Training Agency) Full time

    **Purpose** To provide a care management service within a specific user group where less complex problems are presented for example working with Child in Need cases under the supervision of the Team Manager. You may also work with Social Workers on Child Protection and LAC cases. To provide supervised contact where needed depending on resources and...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom Complete Community Home Care Ltd Full time

    At **Complete Community Home Care Ltd, **we believe people come first and our services provide the best level of care available. We believe in providing care that allows people to remain independent and to lead their lives with complete comfort surrounded by their family and friends. We are currently looking for **Female** **Home Support Assistants (Bank...


  • Northumberland Park, United Kingdom Premier Work Support Full time

    A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Counterbalance Forklift Driver to work for our client in Tottenham. This is a temporary position, with opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate. This position has an immediate start, working Monday to Friday 10am to 7pm. For insurance purposes, you must hold a valid RTITB or ITSAAR accredited...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

    Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) Location: Northumberland Pay Rate: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Daily Supply, Long TermAre you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs?GSL Education Newcastle Branch are seeking an empathetic and dedicated SEMH Teaching...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

    SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary) Location: Northumberland Pay Rate: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Daily Supply, Long TermAre you passionate about assisting the educational and emotional development of students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are currently in search for...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Psychology Graduate Teaching Assistant -  Newcastle Upon Tyne/NorthumberlandAre you a Psychology graduate looking for a work in education across Northumberland and the surrounding areas? At Teaching Personnel, we are working closely with successful secondary schools and colleges in the Newcastle area with support staff vacancies. Many of our...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time

    Join us as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of our students with Special Education Needs!GSL Education Newcastle Branch are in search of a Graduate Teaching Assistant for an esteemed SEN school located in Northumberland. This position involves working closely with students with Special Educational Needs, teachers and other...

  • Care Support Worker

    1 month ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom Protocol Education Full time

     Join Protocol Education as a Care Support Worker in a Special Needs School in Northumberland!Are you an experienced and compassionate teaching assistant with a background in the care sector? Are you passionate about empowering students with diverse needs and creating lasting positive impacts? Your next opportunity is here!Protocol Education is looking for...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    The Role:We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work across all year groups As a valued member of our team, you will:Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups of students.Assist teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management.Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment.Support children...

  • Support Worker

    6 months ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom Home Care Plus Full time

    Are you looking for a role that differs daily, is fun, rewarding and offers lots of new opportunities? Why work for us? We offer... Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly or 4 weekly (rates currently being reviewed) - Flexible and Guaranteed hours - Pension Scheme - A free enhanced DBS check - Comprehensive training - in-house and online - Funded NVQ Level...

  • Personal Family

    6 months ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom GCS Recruitment Specialists Ltd Full time

    Eden Brown Synergy are currently recruiting for SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity, who are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Personal Family & Support Worker to join their team on a locum basis. This pivotal role involves providing professional support and social work services at designated RAF stations within the teams geographical...


  • Sheepwash, Northumberland, United Kingdom Vision for Education - Newcastle Full time

    Job Title:Learning Support AssistantAbout the Role:This position is for a Learning Support Assistant to work in a SEND school based in Choppington, supporting children and young people aged 2-19. The ideal candidate will have experience working with pupils with SEND and be passionate about their progress.Key Responsibilities:Support the class teacher with...


  • Northumberland, United Kingdom Home Care Plus Full time

    Are you looking for a role that differs daily, is fun, rewarding and offers lots of new opportunities? Why work for us? We offer... Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly or 4 weekly (rates currently being reviewed) - Flexible and Guaranteed hours - Pension Scheme - A free enhanced DBS check - Comprehensive training - in-house and online - Funded NVQ Level...


  • Blyth, Northumberland, United Kingdom TACT (The Adolescent & Childrens Trust) Full time

    Supervising Social Worker - Maternity Cover When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. 750 Homeworking Allowance p.a + £1,500 OOH Allowance p.a. Fixed Term Contract- 11 Months - Maternity Cover Applicants should be able to travel across North, West, East and South Yorkshire for home visits to support...

  • Teaching Assistant

    1 week ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    Teaching Assistant - Alnwick Location: Alnwick Job Type: Full-time/Part-time Start Date: ASAP Inspire Young Minds as a Teaching Assistant! Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistants to join our excellent Primary Schools in Alnwick. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and young...

  • Teaching Assistant

    4 weeks ago


    Northumberland, United Kingdom Prospero Teaching Full time

    Teaching Assistant - Full-Time/Part-Time (January 2025) About the Role: Prospero Teaching is partnering with Primary Schools in Alnwick who are seeking experienced Teaching Assistants to support pupils across school years on a full-time or part-time basis from January 2025. Successful candidates will support the pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small...


  • Ashington, Northumberland, United Kingdom Brook Street UK Full time

    Job purpose Provide learning mentor support to students with learning difficulties and or disabilities, emotional and behaviour needs who are on mainstream or discrete courses. Assist in the implementation of detailed assessments and monitoring and review of support strategies. Carry out instructions from Learning Support Co-ordinator, and to liaise on a...


  • Sheepwash, Northumberland, United Kingdom Vision for Education - Newcastle Full time

    Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Full Time) Choppington £(Apply online only) per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications) January 2025 onwards (Long Term Role) The Role This ‘Outstanding’ SEND school, based in Choppington, supports children and young people aged 2-19 and is looking to appoint a passionate Special Needs...


  • Sheepwash, Northumberland, United Kingdom Vision for Education - Newcastle Full time

    Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Full Time) Choppington £(Apply online only) per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications) December 2024 onwards (Long Term Role) The Role This ‘Outstanding’ SEND school, based in Choppington, supports children and young people aged 2-19 and is looking to appoint a passionate Special Needs...


  • Blyth, Northumberland, United Kingdom TACT (The Adolescent & Childrens Trust) Full time

    When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Salary:£41,208 per annum + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance + £1,500 per annum Out of Hours Allowance Contract:Permanent Homebased -We are interested in applicants located inNottinghamshire, Central and South Derbyshire orNorth Leicestershire. Applicants will...