Newly Qualified Social Worker/Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker

Job Introduction

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Team Description

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.

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: 

• 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.
• Flexibility of working from both home and office
• 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

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Sarah Buckley or email sarah.buckley@bradford.gov.uk

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf

Equal Opportunities 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

 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.