Right to work within the UK – unfortunately at this time we cannot provide working visas or sponsorship for overseas workers.

Are you an experienced Social Worker, working with Adults?

Are you passionate about making a difference to someone's life?

We, here in Liverpool City Council currently have a number of opportunities in various locations and service areas across the city. The work is varied, and you could be working in the north of south of the city or our Adult Access teams.

All posts include undertaking strengths based Care Act assessments, person centered support planning, reviews, safeguarding enquiries, multi-agency working, Court of Protection applications, Tribunal Reports and other associated assessments. You will receive regular supervision to support you in your role, and development opportunities so you can progress in your career.

We require the successful applicants:

• Dip SW, BA or MA Social Work or equivalent / or due to receive qualification within next 5 months following application
• Social Work England registered or due to receive registration within the next 5 months following application
• Applied knowledge of Community Care Legislation and subsequent guidance, including Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983
• Experience of completing assessments and support plans and generating these through information technology

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safeguarding, supporting and promoting the well-being of adults with care
• Contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care Services
• Report writing
• Plan and co-produce individual support plans, with regular monitoring and reviews of these support plans
• Responsible for social work provision
• Effectively manage your own complex and varied caseload whilst managing the reputation of the Department and Council and complying with national and service procedures and guidance
• Prepare and participate in Performance and Development Reviews

If you would like to know more about the role or have an informal chat please contact Alison Toolan on alison.toolan@liverpool.gov.uk or call 07821803126.

We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.