JOB-20241107-791d94d2
Job Title: Senior Social Worker
Team: Adult Community Team, Community Social Work
Location: Cambridge, UK
Salary: £47,277.00 per annum
Type: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Adult Community Team within Community Social Work in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an organisation renowned for its forward-thinking approach to social care. With a proactive, preventative, and personalised philosophy, we are committed to supporting individuals, carers, and families. Our focus on individual strengths and available assets allows for creative and holistic solutions to help individuals achieve their aspirations.
In this exciting permanent role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while earning a competitive salary of £47,277.00 annually.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide professional leadership in complex cases involving assessment and support planning, ensuring the safety and risk management for service users and others.
- Compile concise and informative reports based on comprehensive evidence for various purposes, including legal proceedings.
- Facilitate support planning with service users, ensuring identified outcomes are met, and engage with carers, providing advice and conducting assessments as required.
- Oversee and manage budgets for arranging services and support packages, while leading and supporting team members to ensure accountability in case management.
- Take the lead in adult safeguarding investigations, providing expert knowledge on processes and policies, and making independent decisions in complex situations.
- Participate in team development, offering line management, supervision, and induction to new team members, while implementing quality assurance systems.
- Collaborate with multiple agencies to develop integrated care plans that promote independence and secure appropriate funding resources.
- Continuously update and share knowledge on social policy and practices, promoting service user empowerment and upholding professional values.
Perks and Benefits:
- Permanent position: Enjoy the stability and security of a permanent role within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
- Professional development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your career and stay at the forefront of social care practice.
- Work-life balance: Our flexible approach allows you to manage your professional responsibilities alongside personal interests, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
- Collaborative culture: Work in a team-focused environment that values mutual support and where your contributions truly matter.
- Engaging work: This dynamic role offers a variety of interesting challenges, ensuring each day brings something new and fulfilling.
Why Cambridge?
Cambridge is not only a fantastic professional opportunity but also an ideal place to live. Known for its historic architecture, vibrant cultural life, and cutting-edge innovation, the city is where tradition meets modernity. With abundant green spaces, top-tier educational facilities, and a strong sense of community, Cambridge offers a fulfilling lifestyle alongside a rewarding career.
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