Social Worker Level 1

Job Introduction

About the Role

Lincolnshire County Council’s Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service is recognised for delivering high-quality support, having been rated GOOD across all categories by the Care Quality Commission. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our Adult Care and Community Wellbeing team as Social Worker Level 1 in Stamford and Spalding.

These vacancies have arisen due to internal promotions, offering an excellent opportunity for career progression within Lincolnshire County Council. Under the direction of the Lead Practitioner, you will support individuals requiring care and assistance, helping them build on their strengths and achieve their personal goals to maximise their independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload with supervision and guidance from the Lead Practitioner, ensuring a strengths-based and person-centred approach.
• Conduct needs assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014, focusing on outcomes, opportunities for independence, and strengths-based solutions.
• Work in partnership with specialist safeguarding colleagues to carry out safeguarding enquiries, always placing the individual's needs at the centre of practice.
• Identify non-eligible and non-social care needs such as healthcare or housing and collaborate with relevant partners to provide information, advice, and solutions.
• Develop cost-effective care packages in consultation with individuals, carers, and agencies, ensuring minimal risk and improved quality of life.
• Support individuals, families, carers, and communities to make informed choices that align with their needs and preferences.
• Utilize community resources and support networks to enhance social inclusion and independence.
• Research available services, identifying and reporting any gaps in provision.
• Maintain accurate case notes and records, prepare reports as required, and provide court evidence when necessary.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A professional qualification in Social Work with current registration with Social Work England.
• The ability to assess needs, tailor care and support solutions, and build on individual strengths.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with proficiency in IT systems.
• Knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation, risk management principles, and strengths-based approaches.
• A commitment to values that promote well-being, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower people to live fulfilling lives.

What We Offer

• Joining Lincolnshire County Council comes with numerous benefits, including:
• Clear career progression pathways.
• A supportive and stable work environment within Lincolnshire.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• Various discount schemes, including cycle-to-work options and flexible working policies.
• A generous holiday allowance (with an option to buy additional leave), increasing after five years of service.
• Opportunities to collaborate with local organisations and community groups, expanding your professional network and impact.
• Active involvement in community initiatives, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local residents.

Our Beliefs 

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe in:

• Team Spirit – Collaboration is key to our success.
• Resilience – Challenges arise, but we support each other through them.
• Humour – While we take our work seriously, we value a good laugh along the way.
• Openness – Sharing ideas and asking for help when needed.
• Kindness – Caring for ourselves, our colleagues, and our community.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you! Submit your application by 15/06/2025.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty 

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.