Senior Social Worker

My Social Work News; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted social work agency is seeking a Social Worker within the Locality Team in Wakefield, UK, offering a competitive hourly wage of £35. The role includes conducting assessments, collaborating with professionals, and supporting service users. It provides a chance for flexibility, work-life balance, and professional growth. Wakefield is known for its rich history and excellent transport links, making it an ideal place to live and work.

Benefits

Attractive hourly salary

Flexible working hours

Fantastic work-life balance

Continuous professional development

Varied and dynamic workdays

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in conducting assessments and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalised care plans.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals and external agencies.
• Provide essential information, advice, and support to service users.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with local policies.
• Advocate on behalf of service users to access resources.
• Regularly review care plans to meet changing needs.

Job description

Overview

Social Worker within the Locality Team in Wakefield, UK, earning £35 hourly with an ongoing contract. This role can be full-time or part-time. We are also considering candidates for the role of Senior Social Worker located at Featherstone Town Hall, offering enhanced responsibilities and growth opportunities.

Perks and benefits

• Attractive hourly salary with flexibility and freedom.
• Locum work offering a fantastic work-life balance.
• Opportunity to expand your professional skill set by working across different settings and with diverse teams.
• Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Varied and dynamic workdays.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalised care plans for individuals and families within your locality.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals and external agencies to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to social care.
• Provide essential information, advice, and support to service users and carers.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with local policies and procedures.
• Advocate on behalf of service users to access resources and overcome barriers to meeting their needs.
• Regularly review care plans to ensure they remain responsive to changing needs and circumstances.

This is an exciting opportunity in a vibrant area. Wakefield offers rich history, cultural attractions, and countryside, making it a great place to live and work with excellent transport links.

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