About the Role
The post holder will hold a certificate of Qualification in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, DIPSW, or Social Work Degree and will be fully registered under Social Work England Registration Body.
The role of a Social Worker involves working with people—including those with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health needs—and their carers in their own environments to provide support with their care needs and help them attain an agreed level of independence.
You will work with care agency staff, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers, develop and monitor reablement programmes, and undertake Safeguarding and Section 42 inquiries as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
As part of a multi‑disciplinary team you will ensure client and carer wishes are central to decision making, formulate and implement appropriate care plans, maximise their independence, and help them remain living in the community or move seamlessly into more suitable accommodation.
Qualifications
Must hold a certificate of Qualification in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, DIPSW, or a Social Work Degree and be fully registered under Social Work England Registration Body.
Responsibilities
- Work with people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health needs and their carers in community settings.
- Develop and monitor reablement programmes to empower people in daily living activities.
- Assist in safeguarding and Section 42 inquiries.
- Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team to ensure client and carer wishes are central to decision‑making.
- Formulate and implement care plans that maximise independence and facilitate community living or suitable accommodation transitions.
Appointment Details
This is a permanent position and appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Benefits and Offer
We offer a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme, and generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As a disability‑confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact recruitment@bexley.gov.uk.
Commitment to Safeguarding
This authority 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.
Additional Information
This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees. The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.
We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.
#J-18808-Ljbffr…