The East Locality Social Work Team cover the East of the Middlesbrough area. The service is very keen to promote flexible working for all staff. This includes agile working at home as well as Middlesbrough Council bases. If you are you looking for a new challenge, then the East Locality Social Work Team is for you!
To help us recruit social workers who are committed to working in Middlesbrough we are currently offering a 10% supplement to social work salaries. This additional 10% will be reviewed at the end of March 2025.
We are seeking to appoint a social worker with experience of multi-agency working the role will involve, assessing individuals both service users and carers who live in East Middlesbrough. Completing comprehensive Care Needs assessments and support plans, implementing services for those who are vulnerable and are experiencing trauma Middlesbrough Council is an exciting and rewarding place to work.
We have strong Council Values that underpin every aspect of the council and the services we provide. New staff joining Middlesbrough can expect a welcome induction from the Chief Executive as well as a full induction programme within the team. Middlesbrough is passionate about improving the lives of all of its residents and we are working hard to deliver bespoke services to meet the change in demand. We are seeking to recruit social workers committed to providing a high quality service, who are effective in meeting tight deadlines and can ensure they represent the council’s values to provide a positive customer experience.
Middlesbrough Council offer superb training and development opportunities via our online training portal and through our workforce development lead. For ASYE social workers we provide a high level of support to staff with experienced social workers providing regular and tailored guidance and input with regular staff catch ups and development sessions.
As a service we are also committed to supporting our staff and providing a healthy work culture. Staff have access to regular supervisions as well as other staff support forums.
Applications are sought from individuals who are committed to demonstrating the values of Middlesbrough Council and who will also:
Have effective assessment and care management skills.
Be able to work in a busy environment and to tight time scales.
Be committed to multi-disciplinary working.
Be proactive and innovative in working with adults in need of care and support.
We will support you by providing regular supervision and access to training. Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals (CSS, CQSW, DipSW, Degree in Social Work). Applicants should also be registered, or eligible for registration, with Social Work England.
For an informal discussion please contact Sharon Ball – Team Manager on 01642 303900/729464
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.