JOB-20240819-db742659
Job Title: Social Worker – Social Care Team
Location: Wandsworth, UK
Salary: £32.00 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing, Full-Time or Part-Time roles available
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Social Care Team in Wandsworth. Offering excellent pay and flexible working options, this role is ideal for a dedicated professional who values a holistic and personalised approach to social care.
Perks and Benefits:
- Flexible Hours: Choose from Full-Time or Part-Time roles, allowing you to find the perfect work-life balance.
- Remote Working: Enjoy the flexibility of remote working with designated in-office days for collaboration and team-building.
- Manageable Caseload: Focus on delivering high-quality care with a manageable caseload to truly make an impact on service users’ lives.
- Onsite Parking: Convenient onsite parking facilities for an easy start and finish to your workday.
- Proximity to Amenities: Benefit from nearby GP surgeries, the library, and Sheen Day Centre, creating a convenient and vibrant work environment.
About the Role:
- This role is based within the Richmond and Barnes Social Care Team, working alongside Social Care Assessors, District Nurses, and Community Matrons.
- The team provides comprehensive, strength-based services to adults aged 18 and over with physical disabilities, and older adults with physical and mental health conditions.
- The office is strategically located just 12 minutes from Clapham Junction in East Sheen, Wandsworth, and offers excellent local facilities.
What You Will Do:
- Conduct assessments of service users and carers to identify needs and risks, promoting independence, providing support, and preventing harm.
- Work collaboratively with service users and carers, using a person-centred approach to maximise independence, wellbeing, and choice.
- Apply social work principles and values, embracing diversity to guide professional practice.
- Develop care and support plans that deliver personalised, integrated care to help individuals maintain their independence and achieve their goals.
- Engage in safeguarding practices and receive specialist training and supervision to enhance this critical area of practice.
Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- In-depth knowledge of Social Work Professional Standards, relevant legislation, and national guidelines in adult social care services.
- Extensive post-qualification experience in conducting social care assessments and developing care plans in a statutory social care or health setting.
- A strong understanding of the local authority’s statutory responsibility to safeguard vulnerable adults, with the ability to collaborate effectively with partners.
Why Work in Wandsworth?
- Wandsworth is a charming location that blends rich history with modern conveniences. It offers leafy parks, excellent transport links, and a vibrant community spirit, making it an ideal place to work and live.
- Join a team that makes a meaningful difference in the community while enjoying the perks of living in a dynamic, well-connected area.
Why Work with Sanctuary Personnel?
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- We are committed to finding the best possible roles that match your skills and experience, ensuring excellent rates and ongoing support throughout your career journey.
