Social Worker, Community Health

Job Title

Social Worker

£38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa (pro rata for part-time) + £1k welcome payment, relocation & car lease schemes (terms apply)

37 hours per week

Hertfordshire

Permanent

Adult Care Services

Are you passionate about improving lives and empowering people to live independently? Whether you're an experienced social worker or just starting your journey, Hertfordshire County Council offers a range of exciting opportunities across our adult social care services. We’re transforming the way we work through our Connected Lives approach – a strengths-based model that puts people at the centre of everything we do.

We focus on what matters most to individuals and their carers, helping them achieve their goals, stay connected to their communities, and live fulfilling lives.

• Adult Disability Team West – provides support to adults living with a learning or physical disability, enabling positive decision making and independence.
• Older Peoples Team West – not able to accept ASYE candidates.
• South West Prevention of Admission Team – supports individuals aged 65 or over, or under 65 with a confirmed dementia diagnosis, who are at risk of hospital, residential, or inpatient admission.

• Social Work degree.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel across Hertfordshire, using own transport or company car.

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Ongoing learning and development.
• Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. This role requires a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. English fluency is essential for the post.

We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. Sponsorship is not available at this time. The position is within the Health and Social Care, level 10 job profile.