Adults Social Worker 11129

Norfolk County Council•Norwich, KS

2d•£39,862 - £41,771•Hybrid

About The Position

Adult Social Services in Norfolk is undergoing a significant transformation, aiming to create a more flexible, human-centered system focused on improved outcomes. This role contributes to an environment that fosters continuous learning, shared insights, and innovation. The position supports flexible and hybrid working, with an expectation of at least two days per week in a community or office setting to maintain connections with colleagues, communities, and service users. The role is within the North Place Mental Health Social Care Team, covering North Norfolk and participating in the Safeguarding Adults duty rota. The team utilizes a Community Social Work model, Human Learning Systems, and the Living Well approach, focusing on creative methods to prevent, reduce, and delay care and support needs through early intervention, creativity, and community asset utilization. Engaging with people in public spaces is also a key aspect of the role. The team is described as passionate, forward-thinking, supportive, and high-performing.

Requirements

Registered with Social Work England as a practising Social Worker.
Knowledge and experience of the Care Act (2014).
Knowledge and experience of the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
Knowledge and experience of the Mental Health Act (1983).
Knowledge and experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults.
Excellent time management skills.
Excellent IT skills.

Nice To Haves

Qualified and experienced Social Workers (grade J and above) new to Norfolk County Council may be eligible for a £2000 welcome payment.
Experienced Social Workers new to Norfolk County Council may have their existing salary matched or bettered, provided it falls within the advertised grade spectrum.

Responsibilities

Undertake Care Act Assessments, Support Planning, Reviews, and enquiries under S.42 of Care Act 2014.
Work collaboratively with partners, including Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust and various stakeholders, to promote independence.
Contribute to an environment where learning is continuous, insight is shared, and innovation is encouraged.
Engage with people in public spaces as part of the community-led support offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement
Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working – dependent on your job role and business need.
‘Norfolk Rewards’ employee discounts programme
A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
Relocation expenses (where applicable)
An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants’ pensions.
Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
Access to a tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel
A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job