Social Work Lead – Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team
We have a full time Social Work Lead position available in our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team. As a Social Work Lead, you will manage and take a lead role in the professional development of Social Workers and other practitioners through supervision, mentoring and providing advice. You will promote a culture of professional curiosity, encouraging accountability and role‑modeling best practice. You will coordinate and manage section 42 enquiries and guide practitioners through other complex, high‑risk situations. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their practice experience and knowledge of legislation and be focused on delivering positive outcomes for the people of Gloucestershire.
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Equal Opportunities and Disability
- As per the Equality Act (2010), please declare a disability in an email to recruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk, as this is not currently covered in the application due to a technical error. By providing this information, you can be considered for a guaranteed interview under our Disability Confident pledge if you meet all essential criteria.
- A disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long‑term (more than 12 months) adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out normal day‑to‑day activities.
Requirements
- Have a social work qualification and be SWE registered.
- Have completed your ASYE programme and at least two years post‑completion service.
- Enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment.
- Have the passion to promote people’s strengths and the ability to make a difference in a safe working approach to social work practice.
- Have up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation and demonstrable experience of providing credible approaches to practice.
- Be able to prioritise, using a risk‑based approach, and contribute to an inclusive working environment.
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Employment Conditions
Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work remotely or in office, balancing service need and individual choice. The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work that enables them to commit to at least six months of employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.
Location and Living in Gloucestershire
Enchanting Cotswold villages, picturesque countryside backdrops, and a never‑ending selection of exciting days out, attractions and events. Gloucestershire offers a mix of rural and city locations, making it a great place to live and work. Subject to meeting qualifying conditions, we offer relocation of up to £8,000 to use towards the cost of relocating to Gloucestershire.
Benefits
- 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after five years’ service, plus bank holidays.
- Option to purchase up to 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part‑time employees).
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Free staff parking.
- Regular formal and informal support.
- Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Clear career progression pathways to support professional and personal growth.
- Personal licence to Adults CCINFORM.
- Reimbursement of professional Social Work registration fees.
- Family‑friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family.
- Staff discount scheme offering access to discounts with major supermarket chains and high‑street retailers.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential counselling and advice available 24 hours a day, online and by phone.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network.
Employer Commitment
We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. We promise an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.
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