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Location: HartlepoolHours: Full-time, Hybrid working available to the right candidateSalary: Competitive, based on experience
Hartlepool Borough Council is seeking an experienced agency social worker to join our Disabilities Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for supporting individuals with disabilities to make a positive difference in their lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality social work support to individuals with disabilities.
- Assess the needs of service users and create tailored care plans that promote independence and well-being.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for service users.
- Manage a caseload of complex cases while maintaining high standards of practice.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, providing safeguarding support where necessary.
Requirements:
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years' experience as a social worker, ideally within a disabilities setting.
- Qualifications: A recognised social work qualification and HCPC registration.
- Knowledge: Understanding of relevant legislation and frameworks, including the Care Act and safeguarding protocols.
- Hybrid Working: Hartlepool Borough Council has adopted a hybrid working model. Flexible working arrangements will be discussed with the manager.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with service users, families, and multi-agency teams.
Why Apply?
- Be part of a supportive and dynamic team within Hartlepool Borough Council.
- Hybrid working options to offer work-life balance.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families.
If you are an experienced social worker looking for an opportunity in a forward-thinking council with hybrid working options, we want to hear from you!
