Social Worker Uk Visa Sponsorship

Health and Care
Uk
March 3, 2025
£38 - £45 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

Employer: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council
Position: Experienced Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding (MASH) Team
Salary: £37,938 – £44,711
Location: Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time (36 hours/week), including evenings and weekends
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 31 March 2025 at 23:59
Reference: AH&SC/25/306154

Wirral Council is at an exciting juncture, pursuing ambitious goals to enhance the lives of our residents. To deliver on our promises, we need dedicated individuals ready to make a real impact and #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to build a prosperous future for our community, driven by exceptional staff and services. If you’re eager to contribute to our transformation journey, this role could be your ideal next step.

We’re recruiting Experienced Social Workers for our Adult Safeguarding (MASH) Team. In this role, you’ll screen adult safeguarding concerns and conduct Section 42 enquiries under the Care Act. You’ll need proven skills in fostering positive relationships with service users and professionals, alongside a solid understanding of safeguarding legislation, including the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.

Our team is supportive and focused on your growth, offering access to a dedicated Professional Standards Team for learning and development opportunities. These resources will strengthen your practice, boost resilience, and help you refine your risk management skills while working with vulnerable adults and their families to achieve person-centered outcomes.

This is a prime opportunity to advance your social work career with a team that values your contribution.

Working Hours: 36 hours per week, across varied shifts (7.2-hour days) covering 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

Interested? Contact Team Manager Charlotte Cleary at charlottecleary@wirral.gov.uk for an informal discussion.

DBS Check: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. Details on our Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and Disclosures Procedure are available at: https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment.

Visa Sponsorship: Wirral Council holds a visa sponsorship license and can offer certificates of sponsorship via the Skilled Worker route for this position. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and require sponsorship. Note: A certificate of sponsorship is not a visa; successful candidates must still apply for and obtain a visa to secure the right to work in the UK.

Support for Current Employees: As part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to helping our staff grow and thrive. If you’re a Wirral Council employee eyeing your next role with us, reach out to recruitment@wirral.gov.uk to explore tailored support options.

Support for Wirral Residents: If you’re a local resident, unemployed, or out of work and need application assistance, contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team at info@involvenorthwest.org.uk or call 0151 644 4500 / 0151 652 4349.

Working at Wirral:
Our values—developed with staff input—reflect our pride, priorities, and approach to work. We prioritize staff wellbeing, offering recognition, growth opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including:

  • A generous pension scheme with strong employer contributions.
  • Immediate life cover and ill-health protection.
  • 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with flexible working and hybrid options.
  • Staff discounts, family-friendly policies, and more.

We foster an inclusive culture where every voice matters, diversity is celebrated, and contributions are valued. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds aligned with our commitment to equity and belonging. For a barrier-free recruitment process, contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk with any accessibility needs.

Additional Notes:

  • Redeployment candidates will be prioritized per Council policy.
  • Former employees who left via Early Voluntary Retirement or voluntary severance are generally ineligible for reappointment, barring exceptional cases.
  • Applications close at midnight on 31 March 2025; we may close early if sufficient applications are received.
  • Apply via the Jobs page after registration; postal applications are not accepted.
  • Interviewees must prove their right to work in the UK.
  • Job descriptions won’t be accessible post-closing, so download them now if needed.
  • We do not accept agency applications or CVs unless specified; such submissions will not be considered.

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