Social Worker Level 2

Job Introduction

Locations: South, East, West Adult Social Care teams

About the role:

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Level 2 Social Worker in a role which offers excellent career development.

Lincolnshire County Council’s Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service is renowned for its high-quality support, having been rated GOOD across the board by the Care Quality Commission. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service and have a number of Social Worker 2 vacancies throughout Lincolnshire.  These positions have become available due to internal promotions, presenting an excellent opportunity for career advancement within Lincolnshire County Council. You will work under the direction of the Team Manager to empower individuals who require care and support. Your primary goal will be to identify and build on the strengths and capabilities of individuals, helping them to achieve their desired outcomes and maximize their independence.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload with supervision and advice from the Team manager/ Advanced Practitioner, ensuring your practice is strengths-based and person-centred.
• Undertake needs assessments in line with the Care Act 2014, focusing on identifying outcomes, opportunities for independence, and strengths-based solutions.
• Collaborate with specialist safeguarding colleagues to conduct safeguarding enquiries, ensuring the person and their desired outcomes are at the centre of practice.
• Identify non-eligible and non-social care needs, such as health care or housing, and work with partners to address these needs through information and advice.
• Develop value-for-money care packages in collaboration with individuals, carers, and other agencies, ensuring risk is minimized and quality of life is improved.
• Work with individuals, families, carers, and communities to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs.
• Utilize community resources and support networks to meet identified needs and promote social inclusion.
• Research available resources and services, identifying and reporting any gaps in service provision.
• Maintain and update case notes and other records, write reports as required, and provide evidence in court if necessary.

 About you:

Social Worker Level 2: a professional qualification in Social Work with current Social Work England Registration and a minimum of 2 years post-qualification practice experience 

In addition, you will:

• be able to identify needs and tailor care and support to build on individual strengths. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Effective IT skills and ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• have knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation. Understanding of risk management and developing solutions to manage risks while promoting strengths.
• demonstrate values that promote wellbeing, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower people to live well.

(For detailed requirements, please refer to the relevant Job Description included in the pack)

What we offer:

In addition to a competitive salary and excellent benefits, we provide:

• Management qualifications, Practice Educator Awards, and AMHP training.
• Further Career Opportunities to Advanced Practitioner role.
• A supportive and stable work environment within Lincolnshire.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• Various perks, including discount schemes, cycle-to-work, and flexible working policies.
• A generous holiday allowance, with the option to buy more, which increases after 5 years.
• Opportunities to engage with local organizations and community groups, enhancing your professional network and impact.
• Active involvement in community engagement initiatives, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local residents.

What we value:

• Team Spirit: Collaboration is key to our success.
• Resilience: The role has its challenges, but you will have a supportive team behind you.
• Humour: We take our work seriously but enjoy a good laugh along the way.
• Openness: We encourage sharing ideas and asking for help when needed.
• Kindness: We believe in caring for ourselves and each other.

How to apply: 

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, keen to progress your career and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. 

If you would like a informal discussion, please contact Christina Collinson - Christina.collinson@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Karen Burton - Karen.burton@lincolnshire.gov.uk  

Please submit your application by 21st September.  Please include your preferred location.

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.