Lancashire County Council
Senior Social Worker I Prevention Service I Adult Social Care I Morecambe Bay
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Senior Social Worker I Prevention Service I Adult Social Care I Morecambe Bay
Senior Social Worker – Short Term Support Service
About the Role
This is an incredibly exciting time to join our service. We have launched Living Better Lives in Lancashire, our new strengths-based vision for Adult Social Care. Through this initiative, we are embedding innovative practice that will make a real difference to the lives of people in our communities.
We are seeking Senior Social Workers to support us in delivering our vision: supporting people to achieve what matters to them, living independently in a place they call home.
Collaboration and co-production are at the heart of our work. You will partner with:
- Health professionals
- Care families
- Community organisations
- Carers
- Most importantly, the people we support
Together, we will shape meaningful and personalised outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Social Worker within the Short Term Support Service, your role will involve:
- Facilitating safe, timely, and person-centred discharges from hospital settings.
- Collaborating with health professionals, families, and partners to ensure individuals transition to the most appropriate care, promoting recovery, independence, and a positive discharge experience.
- Managing a complex caseload, applying your professional expertise to make effective decisions and achieve high-quality outcomes.
- Providing guidance and support to Social Workers while contributing to their development and ensuring consistent best practice across the team.
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Hours & Additional Details Twelve-month contract (£37,618 - £41,721 p.a. Band 7 (SCP 15)). 37 hours per week, with work commitments including one in four weekends.
Values & Ethos
We ensure our values are embedded in everything we do. As a senior social worker, we’d love you to align with:
- Supportive & Innovative Bring fresh ideas to creating positive outcomes for individuals.
- Empathy Show compassion and understanding, ensuring people feel valued and respected.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance
✅ Generous annual leave: Up to 32 days (including 8 bank holidays + 2 extra festive days). You can also purchase additional leave. ✅ On-call flexibility: 1 in 4 weekends included. ✅ Meaningful work: Make a real difference in people’s lives.
Financial & Career Development
💼 Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions. 🚗 Relocation reimbursement package: Support if you need to relocate to the area. 📝 Excellent training & professional development through our Social Care Academy and ongoing coaching.
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Wellbeing & Support
🌿 Wellbeing support programs for you and your family. 🏆 Peer networks and support groups, including:
- FABEE (Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees)
- Disabled Workers Forum
- LGBTQ+ Employee Network
Additional Benefits
🏪 Dream Discounts: Access parallel discounts through Vivup: car leases, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, and holidays.
How to Apply
We’d love to hear from you!
- First chat? Contact: talent@lancashire.gov.uk
- Interviews: Shortlisting is ongoing, with invites for weekly interview panels.
- Closing dates: Open-ended due to sufficient applications.
✔ Important Note:
- Social Work England (SWE) Registration: Mandatory to apply. Ensure you’re registered or have applied to SWE.
- DBS Check: Applicants must apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Vehicle & Insurance: You must provide a car for work and have business insurance.
Disclaimer: Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order consulted. Confirmation of this requirement available when applying.
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