Social Worker

Gloucestershiremusic; Stroud; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Social Worker. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in adult social work and be registered with SWE. This role focuses on empowering individuals to lead independent lives and ensuring they have control over their care. Benefits include a supportive work environment, generous leave, and career development opportunities. Applicants must have a full driving license and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable populations.

Benefits

25.5 days annual leave

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and workshops

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in an adult social worker role.
• Registered with SWE.
• Willingness to drive.

Responsibilities

• Enable people to lead full and active lives.
• Support individuals in having choice and control over services.
• Use resources creatively to enhance adult social care.

Skills

Experience in adult social work

Current registration with SWE

Full driving license

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Social Worker
• Job Location: Redwood House
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 08/02/2026
• Job Requisition Number: 10728
• This post is not open to job share

Are you an experienced Social Worker? Then we would love to hear from you!

Are you a Skilled Worker already living and working in the UK? If you have a minimum of one year of experience in an adult social worker role, are currently registered with SWE and are looking to move your Certificate of Sponsorship to Gloucestershire, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Our vision is to enable the people we support to lead full and active lives in which they can be as independent as possible. We strive to give people choice and control over the services and support they receive and to use resources creatively to enhance adult social care. See how we #makethedifference by transforming lives and reinvigorating social work in the county.

About Us

Gloucestershire County Council is part of the picturesque Cotswolds, offering a mix of rural and city locations. It is an innovative, supportive and passionate team that welcomes enthusiastic professionals.

Rewards Package

• Regular formal and informal support
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment with robust supervision
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to training and workshops to develop your skills
• Clear career progression pathways
• Staff discount scheme with major supermarket chains and retailers
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential counselling 24/7
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (terms & conditions apply)

About You

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. If you share these behaviours and approach, we will provide full training and support to help you succeed in your role.

We require a full driving licence and willingness to drive (exceptions under the Equality Act may apply).

We’re closer than you think: We are an easy commute from many locations. For professionals located in Wales and Scotland, please contact us to discuss your application.

Applying

Please write your application considering the criteria in the job description. Include examples of why you should be considered, and the experience, skills and knowledge you would bring.

To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today!

This position is subject to an Enhanced Adults DBS with Barred List check.

The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.

If you are an internal applicant and consider yourself to have a disability as per the Equality Act (2010), please declare this in an email to [e-mail]. This is not currently covered in the application due to a technical error. By providing this information you can choose to be considered for a guaranteed interview under our Disability Confident pledge if you meet all essential criteria.

*A disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long‑term (more than 12 months) adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out normal day‑to‑day activities.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise is to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and/or due to the needs of the service. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 calendar days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.