In addition, Senior Social Workers will bring:

• The ability to lead, motivate, mentor and supervise others to deliver high-quality social work practice.
• A commitment to the ongoing professional development of both themselves and others.
• The confidence to provide practice leadership, support decision-making and promote continuous improvement across the service.

What We Offer You

We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

• A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• A clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• A range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further

How To Apply

Please complete the online application form.

Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.

If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact:

Lynn Dunion, or Sian Bishop (Transitions Team Managers) on 0113 3784700 or sian.bishop@leeds.gov.uk, Lynn.dunion@leeds.gov.uk

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. We are also an Age friendly employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident leader.

All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.

Job Description

Job Purpose

With the support and guidance of the Team Manager, you will provide a high-quality, strengths-based social work service to young people, their families and carers. Working within statutory frameworks, organisational policies and professional standards, you will assess needs, manage risk, promote wellbeing and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes and greater independence.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, partner agencies and local communities to deliver person-centred support, ensuring practice is informed by relevant legislation, policy and best practice. At all times, you will carry out your responsibilities in accordance with Leeds City Council's values, policies and procedures, and the professional standards set by Social Work England.

Responsibilities

The duties outlined below are not exhaustive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the service, provided they remain consistent with the grade and purpose of the post.

• Manage a varied and often complex caseload of adults with learning disabilities, undertaking assessments, support planning, reviews and risk management in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with young people, families, carers and partner agencies to identify strengths, needs and desired outcomes, promoting choice, independence and wellbeing.
• Undertake person-centred Care Act assessments and develop, implement and review care and support plans that reflect assessed needs and available resources.
• Safeguard young adults at risk by undertaking enquiries, assessing and managing risk, and working within local and national safeguarding procedures.
• Work alongside Children’s Services to safeguarding children under 18.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and professionals across health, Children’s social care, Adult’s Social Care, housing, education, advocacy and voluntary sector organisations to deliver coordinated support.
• Provide direct intervention, advice and support to young people, families and carers, helping them to make informed decisions and access appropriate services and community resources.
• Analyse complex information, exercise professional judgement and make evidence-based decisions in relation to care planning, risk management and safeguarding.
• Maintain accurate, timely and professional records, assessments and reports in accordance with legislative, organisational and professional requirements.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports, assessments and case records, contributing to legal and formal processes where appropriate, with support from experienced colleagues.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, briefings and information sessions to internal teams, partner organisations, young people and families, communicating complex information clearly, confidently and accurately
• Commission, monitor and review services and support arrangements, ensuring they deliver positive outcomes and represent value for money.
• Participate in the screening of referrals and respond to urgent situations through duty arrangements, assessing risk and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Contribute to service improvement by identifying opportunities to develop practice, improve processes and promote innovative approaches to supporting people.
• Work in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, policies, procedures and the Social Work England professional standards.
• Make effective use of supervision, continuous professional development and reflective practice to maintain and enhance professional competence.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring anti-discriminatory and strengths-based practice in all aspects of work.
• Following a minimum of two years' post-qualifying experience and with appropriate support and supervision, undertake Mental Capacity Act and Best Interests Assessments in accordance with relevant legislation, completing assessments and associated documentation within statutory timescales and making recommendations regarding authorisations and representation where required.
• Lead and contribute to complex assessments, care planning, risk management and decision-making in relation to adults with learning disabilities, their families and carers.
• Manage a complex and varied caseload, exercising professional judgement and autonomy within legislative, policy and procedural frameworks.
• Chair multi-agency meetings, coordinate professional involvement and contribute to the development of effective plans that promote positive outcomes and independence.
• Undertake specific pieces of work on behalf of the Team Manager relating to service improvement, customer feedback, complaints, projects and practice development, making recommendations to improve service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of community capacity and promote