Social Worker, Human Services​/ Social Work

Overview

Due to retirement of the existing post holder, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join the Bolsover South Prevention and Personalisation (P&P) Team.

We work with vulnerable adults, including individuals transitioning into adulthood, who have long‑term care and support needs. Our focus is on delivering person‑centred, strengths‑based practice. This includes completing Care Act assessments, mental capacity assessments, and best interest decisions where required, alongside developing support plans that promote independence and achieve individual outcomes.

• Complete Care Act assessments, mental capacity assessments, and best interest decisions where required.
• Develop and implement support plans that promote independence and individual outcomes.
• Visit clients in their homes or care settings, gather information, make informed decisions, and arrange appropriate support (equipment, tech, care).
• Maintain accurate records.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries in line with Making Safeguarding Personal principles.

Our team consists of Social Workers, Community Care Workers, a Senior Practitioner, and a Service Manager. We work collaboratively with partner organisations and professionals, and are linked with GP surgeries to support effective multi‑disciplinary working.

You will receive regular support through:

• Daily team catch‑ups via Microsoft Teams.
• Monthly one‑to‑one supervision.
• Monthly team meetings.

The team also operates a ‘champion’ model, providing opportunities to develop specialist interests, enhance practice knowledge, and share expertise with colleagues.

Qualified and registered Social Worker with a passion for promoting the rights, independence, and wellbeing of vulnerable people.

Flexible working arrangements, including a combination of home and office‑based work.

Provisional interview date - 25 June 2026