London Borough of Hillingdon

Social Worker/Senior Social Worker - MASH

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Job summary

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker ready to take your career to the next level? The Adult MASH team at the London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking passionate professionals to join our ranks. If you're ready to make a real impact and be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Adult MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) plays a crucial role in safeguarding vulnerable adults in Hillingdon. We are responsible for reviewing all safeguarding referrals, and when concerns arise, we collaborate with partners to initiate investigations and implement safety measures. Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users, making a real difference in their lives

By joining our highly rated Adult Social Work services, you'll be part of a team that is making a tangible difference in the lives of adults across Hillingdon. We offer an environment where you can build on our existing strengths, share your expertise, and contribute to improving the quality of life for vulnerable individuals in our community.

Main duties of the job

What We're Looking For:

  • Qualified and Experienced:As an ideal candidate, you'll be a qualified and experienced Social Worker with a strong background in adult social work. Your experience should be complemented by post-qualifying training, which has honed your skills and knowledge to serve our specific client group effectively.

  • Innovative and Creative:We value innovation and creativity. We're looking for individuals who are open to exploring new models of working to enhance the outcomes for our service users. Bring your fresh ideas and a proactive mindset to make a real impact.

  • Highly Motivated:To thrive in our team, you'll need to be highly motivated and driven. Building strong relationships is key, as you'll work closely with colleagues and partners to deliver the best possible outcomes for vulnerable adults in our community.

Ready to be a part of the future of Adult Social Work in Hillingdon? Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us. Your dedication and passion can help shape the future of our community and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

If you're looking for a challenging yet highly rewarding career in social work, apply today to be part of our mission to safeguard and empower adults in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Join us in making a real difference!

About us

At Hillingdon were proud of our commitment of Putting our residents first, ensuring theyre at the heart of everything we do! We want to attract talented individuals like yourself who share our aspirations for the borough and can support us to deliver exceptional services for Hillingdon.

With an ambitious strategy we pride ourselves on delivering services that improve the lives of all our residents, businesses, and partners. Embarking on a journey of continuous improvement, weve set an agenda to ensure the provision of; safer communities, a thriving local economy, a greener more sustainable environment, whilst increasing our digital capabilities.

Details

Date posted

12 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,725 to £46,857 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

F0124-23-0003

Job locations

Civic Centre

High Street

Hillingdon

London

UB8 1UW


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-performing social work service to adults in the community, following departmental policies and procedures and statutory requirements.

The post-holder may work in one of the following service areas;

Hospital and Localities (Older People & Physical Disabilities)

Learning Disability and Autism

Mental Health

Adult Safeguarding

For any further information please see the attached Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-performing social work service to adults in the community, following departmental policies and procedures and statutory requirements.

The post-holder may work in one of the following service areas;

Hospital and Localities (Older People & Physical Disabilities)

Learning Disability and Autism

Mental Health

Adult Safeguarding

For any further information please see the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Professional Standards - PCF
  • Professional Social Work Degree or equivalent
  • Postgraduate qualification in relevant SW discipline
  • Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS)

Experience

Essential

  • Indicative postgraduate Experience
  • Current UK Driving License or Equivalent
  • Access to own vehicle insured for work purposes
  • Experience in the assessment and care management of older people and/or people with disabilities.
  • Experience in the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Professional Standards - PCF
  • Professional Social Work Degree or equivalent
  • Postgraduate qualification in relevant SW discipline
  • Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS)

Experience

Essential

  • Indicative postgraduate Experience
  • Current UK Driving License or Equivalent
  • Access to own vehicle insured for work purposes
  • Experience in the assessment and care management of older people and/or people with disabilities.
  • Experience in the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough of Hillingdon

Address

Civic Centre

High Street

Hillingdon

London

UB8 1UW


Employer's website

https://jobs.hillingdon.gov.uk/talentlink/FO/index.html (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough of Hillingdon

Address

Civic Centre

High Street

Hillingdon

London

UB8 1UW


Employer's website

https://jobs.hillingdon.gov.uk/talentlink/FO/index.html (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

12 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,725 to £46,857 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

F0124-23-0003

Job locations

Civic Centre

High Street

Hillingdon

London

UB8 1UW


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