Social Worker; Lower​/South locality teams

Position Details

Post : CC729

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployed applicants will be seen in the first instance.

Are you passionate about improving the health and wellbeing outcomes for people in Calderdale? Would you be interested in expanding and developing your career in Adult Social care? If so, you could be the person we are looking for.

We want to be innovative and creative in the way we work to deliver our service to our communities and have recently undergone a restructure which will take Adult Services in an exciting direction and want you to be part of these changes that we know are needed.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about adult social care and providing a high‑quality service and are keen to develop their professional experience and knowledge. You will be a key part in ensuring our continued success in fulfilling the Council’s statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014. The service is committed to helping people to achieve the outcomes that matter to them in their life and the successful applicant will work closely with colleagues to protect an adult’s right to live safely, free from abuse and neglect.

The team works with people over the age of 18 with a physical disability and older adults over the age of 65 with a variety of needs. The team works with individuals, their families, carers and other professionals to uphold human rights and outcomes that have a collaborative approach. We have an opportunity for individuals looking to start their Social Care career, joining a supportive team of experienced social workers that are dedicated to strengths‑based and outcome‑focused practice.

• Committed to providing our workforce with exceptional levels of support, from a comprehensive induction through to continuous personal and professional development. We provide and encourage you to make the most of the high‑quality opportunities we offer.
• Provide dedicated time for monthly group supervision and reflective pods, as well as regular quality shared discussions.
• Approachable and supportive managers who have an open door, regular advice surgeries and are willing to listen; we’re experienced professionals, we all pull together to support each other and share our expertise.
• Understanding that social work is challenging and knowing how important it is to take care of ourselves. Work life balance is very important, and we’ll support you with that.
• Excellent technology and equipment that enables you to connect and collaborate from anywhere.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Closing Date: 22nd February 2026

Interview Date: 3rd March 2026

Calderdale will reimburse the post holder’s required professional membership, annually.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.