Adults Social Worker – North Expression of Interest

About the Role

The Social Worker will work alongside people, their families and carers to help them achieve their goals within the framework of the statutory Care Act requirements. This includes conducting assessments, reviews, support planning and safeguarding discussions, and working collaboratively to develop person‑centred plans.

You are a Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with a creative and reliable approach to practice and a commitment to meeting statutory responsibilities in a person‑centred way. You may have experience chairing meetings and developing strong relationships with partner agencies and the local community. A driving licence and access to a vehicle (or alternative means to meet the mobility requirements of the role) is essential.

The role requires travelling around Essex, including Colchester and Clacton.

• Ongoing opportunities for continuing professional development
• Flexible working options
• Employee wellbeing and counselling
• Lease Car scheme
• Life assurance of three times annual salary
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Volunteering leave
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising with service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – access to free and confidential information, support, and guidance from highly qualified professionals
• Employee Networks – communities to support, connect and influence change at the Council
• Payment of Social Work England registration fees

We welcome diversity because it fuels our growth and are committed to becoming a fully inclusive and anti‑racist organisation. Essex County Council is a Disability Confident Leader and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements under the Job Interview Scheme. We are also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements of the role.

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