Senior Social Worker

My Social Work News; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is looking for a Senior Social Worker in Bromley to work within the Locality Team. This role focuses on care management and supporting individuals with disabilities. Candidates should have strong supervisory experience and be adept at assessments under the Care Act 2014. This position offers £36 per hour for 36 hours a week, with potential contract extension.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified social worker with relevant experience.
• Experience in care management interventions is essential.
• Strong supervisory skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments under the Care Act 2014.
• Support younger adults with disabilities and sensory impairments.
• Provide guidance to Care Managers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

Assessment skills

Collaboration

Negotiation

Education

Relevant Social Work qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Social Worker
Specialism: Locality Team
Job Location: Bromley, UK
Salary: £36 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in Bromley, with a focus on working within the Locality Team. This role offers a rate of £36 per hour for 36 hours a week, with an initial contract term of 3 months and potential for extension. You will be an integral part of the Hayes and Five Elms Locality Team, working on ongoing care management interventions. This position allows you to support young adults with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and older individuals to live independently. You will also help carers to manage risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Locality Team on care management interventions, ensuring high-quality standards.
• Conduct assessments under the Care Act 2014 and collaborate with young people transitioning from Children’s Services to Adult Services.
• Undertake safeguarding work and Best Interest assessments on a rota basis.
• Support younger adults with disabilities and sensory impairments, as well as older individuals, in achieving greater independence.
• Provide supervisory guidance for both unqualified and qualified Care Managers, requiring strong supervisory experience.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with partner agencies.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively within a multidisciplinary framework.

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Additional Information

Bromley offers a vibrant community with accessible London connections and a high quality of life. Joining the Bromley council means contributing to innovative social work practice in a forward-looking environment.