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Social Worker x 3 (North and South East Wellbeing Teams)
Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Directorate: Adult Social Care & All Age Commissioning
Section: South East Wellbeing Team / North Wellbeing Team
Location: South East Wellbeing Team / Stoke North Children’s Centre
Grade: Level 10
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
The Role:
There are 3 roles available:
- 37 hours per week, Permanent for South East Wellbeing Team
- 37 hours per week, fixed term for 6 months for South East Wellbeing Team
- 37 hours per week, fixed term for 12 months North Wellbeing Team
We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and committed Social Worker to join our Adult Social Care Wellbeing Teams, where the focus is on early intervention, prevention, and enabling people to live fulfilling and independent lives. The Wellbeing Team plays a vital role in supporting adults using a strengths-based approach to build on individuals’ existing abilities, networks, and community resources. Rather than relying solely on traditional service provision, the team works creatively with people to identify sustainable solutions that promote autonomy, resilience, and long-term wellbeing.
In this role, you will work closely with individuals, their families, carers, and a wide range of partner agencies across health, housing, and the voluntary sector. You will deliver person-centred interventions that are outcome-focused, proportionate, and tailored to the individual’s needs, helping to reduce the need for long-term statutory involvement where appropriate. You will play a key role in empowering people to take control of their circumstances, supporting them to make informed decisions, and connecting them with community-based support that strengthens independence and social inclusion. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for a Social Worker who is passionate about meaningful, preventative work. You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation, reflective practice, and continuous improvement, and where your work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake strengths-based assessments and support planning in line with the Care Act 2014
- Work collaboratively with individuals to identify goals and build on existing strengths and networks
- Promote independence, early intervention, and prevention
- Sign post and connect individuals to community resources and services
- Manage a caseload proportionate to your experience
- Work in partnership with health professionals, voluntary sector organisations, and internal teams
- Participate in safeguarding enquiries where required
- Maintain accurate and timely case records
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About You:
- Is a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
- Has knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding framework
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to strengths-based and person-centred practice
- Has excellent communication and partnership working skills
- Is able to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Shows initiative, resilience, and a proactive approach
What we offer:
- A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
- Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager, Rachel Jones, Rachel.Jones@stoke.gov.uk or Victoria McKinlay, Victoria.McKinlay@stoke.gov.uk
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
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Further information on the Council and our directorates
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
- Right to Work in the UK
- Proof of address
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies. No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council. Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Criminal Record Check
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Organisation Process
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
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