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Lead Social Care Practitioner
2 months ago
This is a role within Gloucestershire County Council.
If you are a Skilled Worker currently residing and employed in the UK, with a minimum of 1 year’s experience in an Adults Social Worker capacity, registered with SWE, and considering relocation to Gloucestershire, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.
Are you a Social Worker who is dedicated to empowering individuals, committed to making a positive impact, and seeking your next professional challenge?
We are eager to connect with you
Are you an experienced Social Worker? We would be delighted to hear from you
If you are a qualified Social Worker in the UK and contemplating a move to Gloucestershire, we provide a relocation allowance of up to £8,000* subject to qualifying conditions.
Our brief video will provide insight into the experience of working within our Hospital Discharge and Assessment team.
Role Overview:
We have a full-time Lead Social Care Practitioner position available in our Hospital Discharge and Assessment team, located in Gloucester. The team benefits from a supportive and engaged management structure, which includes an Integrated Social Care Manager, Deputy Social Care Manager, Social Work Leads, Social Care Lead, Senior Social Worker, Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners, and an administrative team.
The Lead Social Care Practitioner role represents an excellent next step in your career; this position offers increased challenges and complexities without the additional management responsibilities. We rely on our Lead Social Care Practitioners to deliver expert social work practice in intricate situations, assessing and managing elevated levels of risk. You will collaborate closely with a variety of professionals and senior managers to ensure a balance of support and independence is achieved through expert, evidence-based opinions.
Candidate Profile:
As a Lead Social Care Practitioner, we recognize the daily challenges you face and provide the necessary support to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in Gloucestershire. To be considered, you must:
Hold a social work qualification and be registered with SWE* Have completed your ASYE* program and possess at least 2 years of post-qualification experience Thrive in a dynamic work environment Be passionate about promoting individuals' strengths and capable of making a difference through a safe approach to social work practice Maintain current knowledge of legislation and demonstrate experience in providing credible practice approaches. Be adept at prioritizing tasks using a risk-based methodologyOur values are central to our operations and how we interact with one another. They serve as essential guiding principles for our work culture and reflect what we, as an organization, prioritize.
If you share these values and approach, we want to hear from you. In return, we will offer comprehensive training and support to help you excel in your role.
About Us:
This is a remarkable opportunity to join our Hospital Discharge and Assessment team. You can be assured of becoming part of a welcoming, supportive, passionate, innovative, and highly experienced team.
With enchanting Cotswold villages, picturesque countryside, and a plethora of exciting attractions and events, Gloucestershire truly offers something for everyone. It is an ideal location to live and work, providing a wonderful blend of rural and urban settings.
The successful candidate will receive robust support in their role, including regular supervision. We fully endorse hybrid and agile working arrangements, encouraging teams to be present in the office on collaborative workdays.
You will be entitled to our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
25.5 days of annual leave, increasing to 30.5 days after 5 years of service, in addition to bank holidays Membership in a Local Government Pension Scheme Discounts at various major supermarket chains and high street retailers Accredited post-qualification training opportunities to enhance your skills Personal licenses to Adults CCINFORM Transfer options after one year in the position, allowing for continuous skill and knowledge development in different Adult Social Care settings. Access to mandatory training and additional topical bi-annual workshops. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing free, confidential counseling and advice for employees, available 24/7 online and by phone Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply) GCC's Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme Connections to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network A strong emphasis on a supportive work environment and employee development, with 94% participation in annual appraisals and regular health and wellbeing events.We are closer than you think:
We are conveniently located for commuting from many areas. However, we understand that commuting may not suit everyone, so if you are considering relocation, please reach out to discuss opportunities further.
To learn more about working in the Hospital Discharge and Assessment team, please visit our website.
To join our team, please follow the application instructions provided. You will also find the link to the Job Profile below.
For interested professionals located in Wales and Scotland, please contact us to discuss your application.
Application Process:
When preparing your application, please consider the criteria outlined in the Job Profile. This should include examples of your qualifications and evidence of the experience, skills, and knowledge you would bring to the position.
Additional Information:
To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link provided.
This position is subject to a DBS check.
Gloucestershire County Council is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We aim to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining exceptional individuals to serve all of Gloucestershire's diverse communities. Our promise is to provide an inclusive and supportive work environment that allows you to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and/or the needs of the service. The advert will remain open for a minimum of 7 calendar days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a 'customer-facing role' must demonstrate the ability to fulfill all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.
Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, allowing teams to work in a manner that suits them, balancing service needs with individual preferences, incorporating both remote and office work.
