Newly Qualified Adults Social Workers- Long Term Interventions Team Opportunities
Cumberland Council
Salary range:
£30,151 - £31,099
The advertised salaries includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.
Location(s): We have opportunities covering West Cumbria
Hours: 37 hours per week - can discuss part time and job share opportunities
Contract: Permanent
Local Government Reorganisation
From 1 April 2023 local government in Cumbria is reforming, meaning the current six district councils and Cumbria County Council will be replaced by two new unitary authorities- Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council.
It’s an exciting time to join us as we embark on this new journey and if you are planning on applying for a job with us, the recruiting manager for this role will be able to answer any questions you have about starting a new job with us during this transition period.
In the meantime, you can find out more about LGR on our new website or watch our short ‘What does LGR mean for me video
Why work for Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council will be an ambitious authority that will shape public services for the better, building on the best and transforming them for the future. We want to create the best set of services for our communities to ensure all our residents will be getting the help and support they need.
People are our strong point - in our communities and in our staff - and they will be the focus of our efforts.
About this opportunity
Following an exciting and ambitious programme of change within Adult Social Care we are currently in the implementation phase of our new service and are looking for Social Workers who are passionate about their professions to join our team to help us achieve our ambitions for the future.
We recognise that our workforce are best placed to design and embed new ways of working to achieve a modern social care service able to deliver the best outcomes for the people of Cumbria within a financially sustainable envelope. We have invested in additional Social Work posts including the creation of a dedicated Safeguarding Team and are looking to recruit to Social Worker and Senior Social Worker posts:
Long Term Assessment and Review Service
This team will support people aged 18 who are living in the community and have been identified as having longer term care and support needs. The service will work across health social care and third sector organisations with a primary focus upon ensuring that all support plans:
Our vision for Adult Social Care is a place where people want to come and work a workforce who feel supported empowered and valued for the great work they do; and to develop ways of working that promote greater independence ensure best value for money whilst putting our customers at the heart of everything we do.
What can we offer you!
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.
Application and Interview information
Please complete the below application form (press Apply Now) to join our Service. This is a rolling advert meaning applications will be considered as and when we receive them. If you are successfully shortlisted we will contact you directly to arrange an interview date and time.
Applicants are advised that we are unable to sponsor immigration visas and therefore candidates must have the right to work in the UK prior to applying for this position.
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
Please read the Supporting Information:
Post Specification
Role Profile