Senior Social Worker
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| Salary £38,223-£43,421 Per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week |
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Senior Social Worker
Safeguarding Adults Service
Location: Lancashire (county wide)
We are currently recruiting...
a confident and compassionate Senior Social Worker to work within the Safeguarding Adults Service. We are a specialist, fast paced but highly supportive Lancashire wide service working from two hubs - East and West.
The successful candidate will lead and coordinate Safeguarding Enquires (Section 42 of the Care Act). This is a hugely diverse role, working with a range of people aged 18 or over (with care and support needs) who are at risk of, or experiencing abuse or neglect.
As part of this role, you will make Safeguarding personal, ensuring the person or their representative is actively involved and empowered throughout the Enquiry, whilst working in a strengths-based way to reduce risks of abuse or neglect alongside desired outcomes.
Who we are looking for...
Empathy & Resilience - you'll be conducting enquiries into reports of abuse and neglect, therefore will be working on a daily basis with those who need our support the most, using your compassion, empathy and understanding to help achieve the outcomes they express. We are committed to providing ongoing support and prioritising your wellbeing in this challenging but hugely rewarding role.
Critical Thinking - You will be gathering information from a range of sources to determine if abuse or neglect has occurred, whilst assessing risks and completing Safeguarding plans - collaboratively with the person and partner Agencies. You will analyse and record all of the evidence gathered, considering the person's views wishes and any wider support to improve their safety and wellbeing. We encourage and promote critical reflection through regular supervision, peer support and learning circles.
Living Better Lives in Lancashire
You will be joining the team in Lancashire at an exciting time. We have created a new vision for the service, Living Better Lives in Lancashire and we have ambitious plans to drive forward innovative, meaningful and strengths-based practice that will make a difference to our communities.
Reasons to Join Us...
Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with our offering of up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season, you can even boost your time off with the option to purchase additional leave.
Take advantage of our generous Local Authority Pension Scheme, featuring shared contributions and Additional Voluntary Contributions. Access a comprehensive benefits platform offering discounts on shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, dining out, holidays, and more.
We embrace diversity, part of which is having a range of support available for all our team with specific groups and networks for staff including the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network. We want our people to be able to be their best, authentic self, and value each other's differences, so we'll support this at every opportunity.
As part of our commitment to your professional development, we provide an established bespoke 12-month induction Academy, alongside a structured Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme for all newly qualified social workers. We also reimburse role required registration fees and offer a Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family. Join us and thrive in a workplace that celebrates and supports your uniqueness.
To Apply
If you would like to contact us for an initial informal and confidential chat then please contact Emma Sellars on 01772 533831 or Emma.Sellars@lancashire.gov.uk
*Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.
Social Work applicants must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with SWE. For this role you are unable to commence post without Registration.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and you must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
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