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Derbyshire County Council

Social Worker

Derby
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Closing date: 09 August 2026

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join our Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team (START) in Amber Valley.

START provides time-limited, strengths-based support to adults following hospital discharge or during periods of crisis, with a focus on maximising independence, promoting recovery, and reducing long-term care needs.

You will play a key role in supporting individuals through short-term interventions, enabling safe and timely discharge from hospital, and supporting people to regain skills, confidence, and control over their lives.

We are looking for a practitioner who shares our commitment to putting people first, working collaboratively, and achieving meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake strengths-based assessments in line with the Care Act 2014
  • Support safe and timely hospital discharges and admission avoidance
  • Develop, implement, and review short-term reablement plans
  • Promote independence and wellbeing, supporting individuals to reach their personal goals
  • Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, including leading Section 42 enquiries
  • Work in partnership with health professionals, therapists, and community services
  • Make clear, evidence-based decisions regarding ongoing support and eligibility
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and accountable case records

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About You

We are looking for a Social Worker who:

  • Is registered with Social Work England
  • Has experience in adult social care and a strong understanding of relevant legislation
  • Demonstrates a person-centred and strengths-based approach, recognising people as experts in their own lives
  • Works with honesty, integrity, and accountability, taking ownership of decisions and actions
  • Is confident in balancing risk, independence, and positive outcomes
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities effectively
  • Works collaboratively, respecting and valuing the contributions of others
  • Is committed to continuous learning, reflection, and professional development

Our Values and Behaviours

We are looking for someone who will actively demonstrate our core values in their day-to-day practice:

  • Putting People First - listening to individuals, respecting their strengths, and supporting them to make their own choices
  • Working Together - building positive relationships with colleagues, partners, and communities to achieve the best outcomes
  • Being Accountable - taking responsibility for your work, making sound professional judgments, and delivering on commitments
  • Striving for Excellence - being proactive, solution-focused, and committed to improving outcomes and service delivery

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What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Regular supervision and opportunities for reflective practice
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements (where applicable)
  • A dynamic role where you can make a direct and meaningful impact

Why Join START?

Our START team is central to delivering effective adult social care. We strive to support people to recover, rebuild independence, and avoid long-term care wherever possible.

You’ll be part of a service that values innovation, partnership working, and high-quality practice, helping people achieve positive outcomes at a time when it matters most.

Provisional interview date - Monday 24th August

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Skills

Strengths-Based Assessments
Hospital Discharge Support
Reablement Plans
Independence Promotion
Safeguarding
Collaboration
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Case Record Maintenance

Location

Derby, England, United Kingdom

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