Lancashire County Council
Social Worker I Prevention Service I Adult Social I Morecambe Bay
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Senior Social Worker – Prevention Service
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, we are embedding innovative practice that will make a real difference to the lives of people in our communities.
We are looking for Senior Social Workers to support us in delivering our vision: helping people achieve what matters to them while living independently in a place they call home.
About the Role
Collaboration and co-production are at the heart of what we do, working alongside partners, community organisations, carers, and—most importantly—the people we support to create meaningful, personalised outcomes.
As a Social Worker within our Prevention Service, your role will be vital in supporting individuals at their earliest point of need. You will provide:
- Information, advice, guidance, and strengths-based support
- Access to the right help at the right time
- Focus on prevention, wellbeing, and community strengths to enable people to stay independent for longer
The hours are 37 per week, with a schedule of 1 in 4 weekends.
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Responsibilities
- Work proactively with individuals to prevent decline and maintain independence.
- Provide early intervention and holistic support to align with our strengths-based approach.
- Collaborate with carers, family members, and community stakeholders to design personalised pathways.
- Ensure the ** rights, dignity, and well-being** of the people you support remain central to every decision.
Requirements
- Must be registered (or in the process of registering) with Social Work England.
- Commitment to the principles of strengths-based practice, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Experience delivering prevention-focused interventions in adult social care.
- Willingness to self-manage business travel arrangements, including providing your own insured vehicle.
Benefits
- Supportive team environment with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development.
- 32 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 2 additional festive days (purchasable extra leave available).
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions under the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Relocation assistance for any staff relocating to the area.
- Social Care Academy training program
- Wellbeing support for you and any family members.
- Access to staff discounts through Vivup, including car leases, entertainment, holidays, and gym memberships.
- Access to diverse staff networks and support groups, including:
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- FABEE (Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees)
- Disabled Workers Forum
- LGBTQ+ Employee Network
Our Values
To thrive here, you must embody:
- Supportive and Innovative – Balancing empathy with creative problem-solving.
- Empathy – Compassionate listening, ensuring every person feels valued and respected.
How to Apply
If you’d like to explore this opportunity, reach out to us for an initial, informal and confidential chat:
Note: Shortlisting continues for this role, with selected applicants invited to our weekly interview panels. We reserve the right to close the position early if suitable candidates are identified. Successful candidates will need to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
DBS verification and self-provided business insurance are mandatory requirements if appointed.
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