Social Worker, Mental Health

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join our well-established High Peak South Adult Social Work Team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, long-standing team including a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners.

• Role: Social Worker (Grade 9-11, 37 hours, permanent)
• Team: High Peak South Adult Social Work Team
• Location: Kents Bank Area Office, Buxton (hybrid working)
• Client Group: Adults 18+ with long-term needs + learning disability transition cases from age 16
• Focus Areas:
• Care Act 2014 assessments
• Mental Capacity Act (MCA) work
• Safeguarding
• Strengths-based support planning
• Caseload: Mix of physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and transition-to-adulthood work
• Support: Regular supervision and peer support
• Requirement: Enhanced DBS check

You will work within a generic adult social care team supporting:

• Adults aged 18+ with long-term care and support needs
• Young people (16+) transitioning into adulthood, particularly those with learning disabilities

• Undertaking Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews
• Applying the Mental Capacity Act (2005) in practice
• Developing person-centred, strengths-based support plans
• Working collaboratively with individuals, families, and partner agencies
• Managing safeguarding enquiries

You will support individuals to achieve positive outcomes, maintain independence, and lead fulfilling lives within their communities or supported accommodation.

• Regular professional supervision
• Peer support and collaborative case discussions
• Flexible working (office-based, home working, or hybrid)
• Varied and meaningful caseload

• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Experience in adult social care and safeguarding (preferred)
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively

Kents Bank Area Office, Buxton, covering the South High Peak area.

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to work with vulnerable adults. Criminal records will be considered on an individual basis.

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25/27 days annual leave per year (rising to 30/32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security
• Supportive management and team
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and Wisdom" app.
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply)
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page

Contact:
Karen Wright

Provisional Interview Date: TBC

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. see our policy on criminal background checks.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.