Social Worker, Hastings and Rother Neighbourhood Support Team

Job introduction

About the role

Do you want to work in a team where you will be supported to be true to your Social Work values?

The Hastings and Rother Neighbourhood support team are looking for a qualified social worker to join our experienced, supportive team. The work is fast paced and always interesting, no two days are the same!

The main purpose of your role is to assess people’s needs and associated risks, establishing their eligibility for services under the Care Act, as well as assessing capacity under the Mental capacity Act. An understanding of this legislation is essential.  You will also have the opportunity to support with undertaking safeguarding enquiries. You will be liaising and working closely with other teams and agencies using a multi-disciplinary approach to inform your practice.

The nature of referrals we receive will give you valuable experience of working with a wide variety of different client groups and ages. This will provide a good foundation for working in all areas of adult services.

We are looking for candidates who are able to work autonomously and as part of the team. You will be adaptable, person centred, a great team player and committed to ongoing professional development.

 
To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button and complete the online application process. You will be required upload a CV and Covering Letter as part of the application process. 

Interviews will be held in person in Hastings, Cavendish House, and are planned for the week beginning the 24 March 2025. 

We also offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

There is a strong ethos in the team to facilitate and encourage ongoing professional development. We offer the opportunity to qualify as a best interests assessor and complete your Practice Educator training

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Eleanor Wood eleanor.wood@eastsussex.gov.uk  01424 724444 .

For work that makes a difference

Additional information

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.