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JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker – Localities Team
Location: Scunthorpe, UK
Salary: £35.00 per hour
Job Type: Locum, Ongoing (Full-time)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Localities Team in Scunthorpe. This ongoing locum role offers an excellent hourly rate of £35.00 and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of adults within the local community. If you are looking for a rewarding position that combines professional development, flexibility, and meaningful work, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Perks and benefits

• Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work provides, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance while gaining valuable experience across different settings.
• Competitive Pay: Earn an attractive hourly rate that reflects your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to enhance your skills and support your career progression.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative and welcoming team that values knowledge sharing, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Meaningful Work: Play a key role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for adults in the community.

What you will do

• Manage a varied caseload of adults, completing assessments, reviews, and care planning within statutory timescales.
• Undertake strengths-based and evidence-based assessments to identify needs and support individuals in achieving their personal outcomes.
• Develop and implement person-centred support plans that promote independence, choice, and wellbeing.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries and work collaboratively with partner agencies to protect vulnerable adults.
• Build effective working relationships with health professionals, community organisations, and voluntary sector partners to deliver coordinated support.
• Promote preventative approaches that reduce reliance on long-term services and maximise independence.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced colleagues, contributing to service development and best practice.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within adult social care.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, safeguarding procedures, and associated statutory guidance.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and case management skills.
• Confidence using IT systems and electronic case recording systems.
• The ability and willingness to travel across North Lincolnshire as required.

Why choose Scunthorpe?

Scunthorpe offers an excellent quality of life, combining affordable living with easy access to both city amenities and beautiful countryside. With a welcoming community, excellent transport links, and plenty of green spaces to enjoy, it's an ideal location to build your career while maintaining a great work-life balance. Join a dedicated team where your expertise will make a lasting difference to the lives of local adults and their families.

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Apply today and take the next step in your social work career with this rewarding opportunity in Scunthorpe.