Adult Social Worker Uk Sponsorship Available

Job Description

Suffolk County Council – Current Vacancies: Direct Payment Review Team, Ipswich

Positions Available:

Newly Qualified Adult Social Workers: £36,124 per annum (Pro-rata for part-time hours), Plus £500 additional payment upon completion of ASYE

Adult Social Workers: £37,035 – £39,513 per annum (Pro-rata for part-time hours)

Retention Payments: Up to £2,000 for 2-5 years of service

Full-time and Part-time Hours Available

Permanent Positions

We are currently recruiting Social Workers, including Newly Qualified Social Workers, to join our Direct Payment Review Team in Adult Social Care. At Suffolk County Council, we don’t just offer a job; we provide a rewarding career supporting vulnerable adults. Our approach to social care emphasizes prevention, collaboration, and innovation, empowering our multi-disciplinary teams to drive positive change. With your proactive attitude, you’ll help make a meaningful impact.

Empowering Everyone
At Suffolk, we believe in potential, diversity, and the power of fresh ideas. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, as highlighted in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

About Us
Our staff are our greatest asset, and with you on board, we can achieve the authority’s priorities of ensuring everyone lives long, healthy, and fulfilling lives, while safeguarding vulnerable individuals in Suffolk. We work within a strength-based practice model and encourage applications from those who share our values. Suffolk is transforming Adult Social Care through the “People at the Heart of Care” program, which prioritizes individuals at the center of their care choices and decisions. Learn more about our transformation plans at suffolk.gov.uk.

We seek passionate Social Workers eager to contribute to the People at the Heart of Care vision and support review activities across Suffolk. These roles will be based within the Direct Payment Review Team, with a hybrid working model that includes weekly meetings in Ipswich.

What You Will Need

• A relevant social work qualification
• Current Social Work England registration (or awaiting registration if newly qualified)
• A valid driving license and access to personal transport
• Experience in social work, demonstrating good practice, and providing advice in complex situations
• A strong understanding of current legislation and guidance, with experience chairing meetings involving clients, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals
• The ability to build effective relationships with partner agencies and the local community to support vulnerable adults

You can view the full requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you have the skills and passion for this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet all the listed requirements.

Career Development
We offer a strong career development pathway with dedicated support. Social Workers receive a minimum of six protected days per year for continuous professional development, ensuring you have the time and resources needed to maintain your registration with Social Work England.

To Find Out More
For an informal discussion about these roles, please contact Fiona Raffe at 01473 263246.
Visit our Social Work in Adult Social Care careers page for more details.

Sponsorship available for uk based applicants

How to Apply

Read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (docx).

Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Upload your CV (without personal details) on the final page.

Please note that applications without a CV will not be considered. Supporting documents should be submitted in PDF or MS Word format.

If you require adjustments to the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or call 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of the selection process, you may request further adjustments.

Closing Date: 11:30 pm, 10 December 2024.

About Us
Suffolk County Council is a forward-thinking and effective employer offering a variety of careers. We provide flexible working options, support individual needs, and encourage everyone with drive and ambition to join us in making a positive difference.

Benefits

Up to 29 days of annual leave (pro-rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Travel, lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits

Performance-based annual pay progression and cost-of-living increases

Training and career development opportunities

Access to diverse staff networks

Flexible working arrangements, with the right to request flexible working from day one

For more about our benefits, values, and equality commitments, visit the Suffolk County Council careers website.

Suffolk County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid