Senior Social Worker
14 hours ago
Senior Social Worker - Adult's Localities
Wokingham Borough Council
Up to £38.00 per hour
Are you a highly skilled and experienced Social Worker looking for a dynamic role where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Wokingham Borough Council is seeking an assertive, excellent communicator and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our busy Locality Team.
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for a candidate who possesses proven expertise in the following areas:
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Complex Caseload Management:
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Demonstrated skill in managing a complex caseload effectively, balancing the needs of individuals with competing operational demands.
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Strong risk management skills are essential for this role, including developing and implementing robust safety and risk management plans.
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Assessment & Statutory Work:
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Extensive experience in completing Section 9 and Section 11 Care Act assessments to a consistently high standard.
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Proven ability to manage complex Section 42 enquiries (Safeguarding) efficiently and effectively, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable adults.
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Experience in undertaking Court Work and preparing detailed reports as required.
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Leadership & Mentorship:
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Experienced in supervising qualified workers, providing guidance, support, and professional development to colleagues within the team.
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System Knowledge:
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Experience in using the Mosaic case management system is highly desirable. Candidates must be very quick to learn and adapt to new IT systems if they do not have prior Mosaic experience.
About You
You will be joining a very busy Locality Team where you will need to be:
* An Excellent Communicator: Able to articulate complex information clearly, sensitively, and professionally to service users, families, and partner agencies.
* An Assertive Decision Maker: Confident and decisive in making appropriate, timely, and safe decisions, especially in high-pressure situations.
* A Collaborative Team Player: Ready to contribute positively to the team environment, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for our community
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