Job Introduction
Level 1 Social Worker or Newly Qualified Social Worker – Hospital Social Work Team, Lincoln County Hospital
Two vacancies:
- 1 x Full-Time (37 hours per week) Permanent Position
- 1 x Part-Time (18.5 hours per week) Permanent Position
Are you ready to begin or build upon your social work career in a fast-paced, supportive, and genuinely uplifting team environment? Our Hospital Social Work Team at Lincoln County Hospital is excited to offer not one, but two Level 1 Social Worker opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated practitioners.
We're a warm, close-knit team who believe that celebrating each other’s achievements is just as important as supporting the people we work with. Whether it’s sharing a win, swapping wisdom, or enjoying cake together after a busy morning on the wards—our team spirit keeps us going.
In these roles, you’ll:
- Work closely with health colleagues to support safe, person-centred hospital discharges
- Use your developing social work skills to navigate varied and meaningful situations
- Join a team that celebrates, supports, and lifts each other up every single day
What we offer:
- A welcoming, energetic team where you’ll feel valued from day one
- Strong peer support and development opportunities to help you grow in confidence and practice
- A positive culture where laughter and encouragement are part of the job description
About Our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
“Green book” Local Government terms and conditions
Access to Local Government Pension scheme (contribution rate of approx. 24%)
Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes
37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working
A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
Free financial wellbeing advice
Further details can be found here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
If you're a newly qualified or early-career Social Worker looking for a team that will champion you while giving you space to grow, this is the place for you.
Please clearly state in your application whether you are applying for the full-time or 18.5-hour part-time position.
Join us—and be part of a team that works hard, cares deeply, and celebrates often.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Nicki Overton via email on nicki.overton@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Closing date: 4th January 2025.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
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.
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