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This is a rolling job advert for Qualified Social Workers to apply for the flexible relief pool for Adult Care. This advert can also be used to apply for the Out of Hours team for those colleagues already on temporary contracts. The flexible relief pool is interested to recruit Derbyshire Social Workers who may be interested at the point of retirement or leaving Derbyshire County Council to continue to work for the department on an as and when basis. As the Department looks to offer temporary contracts to support various aspects of the Adult Care Provision within fieldwork and hospital teams when there are periods of high demand. Colleagues who are interested in the role and successful at interview will be offered a flexible contract. At times of increased service demand colleagues will be contacted and offered periods of employment within various teams across the department. Line management support and supervision would be offered by the leadership team within those specified teams. The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made. Please contact <a href="mailto:James.Russell@Derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.Russell@Derbyshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Tracey.Fidler@Derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tracey.Fidler@Derbyshire.gov.uk</a> if you have any questions about the posts or want to have an informal discussion regarding the roles. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made. Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here ASCH1 Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected. We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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⭐Derbyshire County Council are hiring! ⭐ Job Opportunity - Temporary Social Worker - Chesterfield Long term Adult Care and Temporary Social Worker for Chesterfield Duty Team About Us Join our dedicated team at Derbyshire County Council, with an exciting opportunity to join the Chesterfield Long term Adult Care team. We have various posts including part-time, full time, permanent and on a temporary basis. We work with adults who have care and support needs, including those approaching adulthood, both in the community and in care placements. Our approach is rooted in person-centred assessments, with a focus on Strength Based Models of practice and principles outlined in the Care Act 2014. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Conduct person-centred assessments, working closely with individuals and their carers to gather information and positively influence wellbeing.</li> <li>Undertake personalised safeguarding enquiries, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills.</li> <li>Collaborate with other organizations and professionals, fostering effective multi-disciplinary practice.</li> <li>Support individuals in maximizing opportunities for choice and control over their lives.</li> </ul>Benefits <ul> <li>25 - 27 days of annual leave (plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service), grade dependent. (pro rata)</li> <li>Flexi-time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month for certain roles.</li> <li>A friendly and supportive working environment.</li> <li>Derbyshire-based work locations.</li> <li>Ongoing training opportunities for career development .</li> <li>Defined Benefit Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Comprehensive wellbeing package including physio, counselling, and occupational health.</li> <li>Discounts on leisure centre memberships, bus/train fares, and mobile phone contracts (restrictions apply).</li> </ul>Support and Work Environment <ul> <li>Opportunity for home and office working .</li> <li>Support provided through Microsoft Teams chat facility, daily catch-ups with team members and Senior Practitioner/Service Manager, monthly one-to-one supervision, and team meetings.</li> <li>Champion' role available for developing practice interests and sharing knowledge within the team.</li> </ul>How to Apply ✉ We look forward to receiving your application! If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities and possess an understanding of Strength Based Models of practice and Care Act 2014 principles, why not come and join us! To apply please read the supporting documentation and click 'Apply' when ready Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage diversity in our workforce. Join us in creating positive change and empowering communities! Provisional interview date: TBC Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here ASCH1 Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected. We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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