Derbyshire County Council
Social Worker
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Closing date: 26 July 2026
Derbyshire County Council are hiring! ⭐
Job Opportunity - Social Worker - Bolsover North P&P Team 🌟
This is for a permanent 37 hours weekly position.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join the Bolsover North Adult Social Work Team.
We work with adults who have care and support needs (and people approaching adulthood) living in the community and in care placements to complete person-centred assessments.
An understanding of Strength Based Models of practice and Care Act 2014 principles is necessary.
The role requires attendance at appointments across the local area and participation in the team's duty rota. This includes responding to urgent referrals and, at times, visiting individuals at short notice. Therefore, applicants should live within a reasonable travelling distance of the Bolsover area and be able to respond promptly to the demands of the service.
You will also undertake Safeguarding enquiries, requiring strong communication, analytical and organisational skills.
Effective partnership working is central to the role, and you will collaborate with a range of professionals, organisations, and community partners. Team members are linked to local GP surgeries to support integrated, multi-disciplinary working.
Candidates must possess relevant post-qualifying experience in adult social work, including undertaking strengths-based assessments, identifying eligible care and support needs, and developing effective support plans in line with current legislation, policy, and best practice.
We offer a flexible approach to working, with opportunities for both home and office-based working. Staff are supported through daily Microsoft Teams catch-ups with colleagues and management, an active team chat facility, monthly one-to-one supervision, and regular team meetings. We also operate a champion role system, providing opportunities to develop specialist areas of interest, enhance professional practice, and share knowledge and expertise across the team.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred social work practice.
About Us 🏥
Join our dedicated team at Derbyshire County Council, with an exciting opportunity to join the Bolsover North P&P team. We work with adults who have care and support needs, including those approaching adulthood, both in the community and in care placements. Our approach is rooted in person-centred assessments, with a focus on Strength Based Models of practice and principles outlined in the Care Act 2014.
Key Responsibilities 🤝
- Conduct person-centred assessments, working closely with individuals and their carers to gather information and positively influence wellbeing.
- Undertake personalised safeguarding enquiries, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills.
- Collaborate with other organizations and professionals, fostering effective multi-disciplinary practice.
- Support individuals in maximizing opportunities for choice and control over their lives.
Benefits 🌈
- 25 - 27 days of annual leave (plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service), grade dependent.
- Flexi-time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month for certain roles.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Derbyshire-based work locations.
- Ongoing training opportunities for career development 📚.
- Defined Benefit Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Comprehensive wellbeing package including physio, counselling, and occupational health.
- Discounts on leisure centre memberships, bus/train fares, and mobile phone contracts (restrictions apply).
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Support and Work Environment 💼
- Opportunity for home and office working 🏠.
- Support provided through Microsoft Teams chat facility, daily catch-ups with team members and Senior Practitioner/Service Manager, monthly one-to-one supervision, and team meetings.
- 'Champion' role available for developing practice interests and sharing knowledge within the team.
How to Apply ✉️
We look forward to receiving your application! If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities and possess an understanding of Strength Based Models of practice and Care Act 2014 principles why not come and join us! To apply please read the supporting documentation and click 'Apply' when ready 🙂
Derbyshire County Council is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage diversity in our workforce.
Join us in creating positive change and empowering communities!
Provisional Interview Date: Thursday 30th July 2026
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