Social Worker Physical Disabilities | West

Social Worker – Older People & Physical Disabilities (Ormskirk, West Lancashire)

Salary: £36,363 – £40,778 per annum

Employment type: Permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week

Team: Older People and Physical Disability Team, West Lancashire (Based in Ormskirk)

International Sponsorship: role not open to international sponsorship

As part of our Adult Services Older Adults and Physical Disability Community Teams, you will undertake strength‑based, outcome‑focused assessments and support planning, ensuring that residents receive the right level of support. You will also support people to access local services, maintain independence, promote health and wellbeing, and live independently. A key part of the role includes working alongside other agencies, professionals, and informal carers to provide a holistic service.

• Registered with Social Work England (SWE) or have applied to register with SWE.
• Will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’; further information can be found in the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section.
• Must provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and be insured for business use (exception if unable to drive due to a disability).

• Supportive and innovative
  : bring fresh ideas to achieve the best outcomes.
• Empathy
  : compassion and empathy to support people, listening and ensuring they feel valued and respected.

• Up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution.
• Relocation reimbursement package available for those moving to the area.
• Excellent induction through the Social Care Academy and ongoing support for career and professional development.
• Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.
• Access to staff discounts via Vivup.
• Inclusive culture with support through staff networks including FABEE, the Disabled Workers Forum, and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.

If you would like an informal and confidential chat, please contact . Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role; the panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Applicants are required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’.