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Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker

Vetro RecruitmentPontefract, West Yorkshire, England
20 days ago
Salary
£40,874.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Social Worker (Yorkshire & North East)

Do you have a passion for social work and a desire to make a real impact?

We are seeking a driven and experienced Senior Social Worker to lead our clients regional personal welfare team in the Yorkshire and North East. In this rewarding role, you will play a pivotal part in providing high-quality support to clients and their dependants.

Location : Office based in Pontefract with regular travel (Yorkshire & North East)

Grade : 3

Salary : £40,787 per annum

Job type : Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours)

About the Role :

  • Lead and manage a team of social work assistants, ensuring the effective delivery of services to clients.
  • Manage a caseload, conducting assessments and providing interventions such as welfare benefits advice, advocacy, and emotional support.
  • Drive service performance, monitoring efficiency, and implementing improvements.
  • Provide expert supervision and support to your team members, fostering a learning and development culture.
  • Act as the safeguarding lead for the region, ensuring adherence to safeguarding policies.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with other professionals and partner agencies.
  • Promote the service locally and contribute to the development of new service approaches.
  • Represent the organisation at events and contribute to publicising our services.

What you will bring :

  • A social work degree and current professional registration.
  • Proven experience leading and managing a team in a social care setting.
  • Experience of community-based social care with older people and / or disability services.
  • Strong understanding of the welfare benefits system and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-centered approach.
  • Self-motivated with exceptional organisational and time management skills.
  • Valid driving license and access to a vehicle (travel required).

    • What we offer :

  • The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients and their families.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • A competitive salary of £40,787per annum.
  • A chance to develop your leadership and management skills.

    • If you are a passionate and experienced social worker who thrives in a leadership role, we encourage you to apply!