Social Work Senior Practitioner – Planned Care Team

​Job Title: Social Work Senior Practitioner – Planned Care Team

Location: Various locations throughout Ceredigion

Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

All roles have a £2.4k market supplement (paid £200 p/m)

Salaries (per annum):

• Newly Qualified: £31,099 - £32,909

• Social Worker: £34,723 - £36,298

• Senior Practitioner: £36,371 - £38,553

About Us:

At Ceredigion County Council, our mission is clear: to empower every individual to achieve their utmost potential. We are committed to ensuring equitable access to exceptional universal and targeted services, dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the health and wellbeing of all members of our community.

We believe in nurturing skills and resilience that endure a lifetime, equipping individuals with the strength to navigate life's challenges with confidence. Through collaborative efforts with those we serve and our esteemed partners, we aspire to set the gold standard for excellence in social care not only in Wales but also beyond its borders.

Join us in our endeavour to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and adults alike. Together, let's build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Job Summary:

As a Senior Practitioner within Planned Care, your primary responsibility is to carry out statutory duties outlined in the SSWBA, Part 4 and 6, and other relevant social care legislation. This involves assessing, supporting, and safeguarding children and adults in need, as well as those at risk of harm. You will assist individuals and families in resolving significant difficulties, enhancing their coping mechanisms, and promoting independence and resilience. Working within legal frameworks and Council policies, you'll assess, commission, and review support services and interventions for vulnerable individuals, ensuring their safety and protection through collaborative efforts with statutory and independent sector colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Delivery:

• Assist individuals and families in addressing daily living challenges.

• Conduct inquiries and intervene to protect vulnerable individuals or those at risk of harm, including conducting investigations and providing evidence for court cases.

• Ensure the safety of children and adults through court processes when necessary.

• Collaborate with individuals, professionals, and agencies within the Signs of Safety model.

• Advocate for service users and provide necessary information and advice.

• Develop and review care and protection plans in accordance with statutory requirements and agency policies.

• Maintain knowledge of relevant regulations and practices, contributing to the development of policies and services.

• Establish close working relationships with other agencies and participate in multi-disciplinary team settings.

• Provide supervision and training for students and deliver training based on expertise.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure support meets assessed needs and evaluate service user satisfaction.

• Assess and manage risk, developing safeguarding plans where necessary.

• Maintain accurate records in compliance with Council and service requirements.

General Responsibilities:

• Develop competence in social work tasks under guidance.

• Promote Welsh language and service user language preferences as required.

• Foster partnership working with colleagues and agencies.

• Uphold dignity in care principles and safeguarding policies.

• Remain informed about Liberty Protection Safeguards procedures.

• Adhere to statutory legislation, internal policies, and procedures.

• Attend team meetings, supervision sessions, and training courses for professional development.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Degree in social work or equivalent qualification.

• Proficiency in Welsh and English languages.

• Registration with Social Care Wales.

• Strong communication and analytical skills.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary setting.

• Flexibility, proactive attitude, and ability to work under pressure.

• Proficiency in IT skills.

Required Experience:

• Experience in building relationships with service users and multi-agency working.

• Understanding of relevant legislation.

Desirable:

• Ability to work effectively in a team.

• Capability to work remotely, including access to reliable broadband.

Training/Education:

• Completion of CPEL 1st years in practice.

• Training in Joint Investigation/Achieving Best Evidence.

Benefits:

• Career progression - Exciting prospects await for advancing into higher-level roles while honing expertise in specialised domains.

• Excellent training - Our core learning and development programs offer ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• Flexible working - We offer flexible scheduling options, accommodating time off for medical, dental, and optician appointments.

• Hybrid working - Providing you with the chance to seamlessly integrate community engagement and office responsibilities with the flexibility of remote work.

• Generous holiday - Take a break and unwind with an annual leave allowance ranging from 27 to 34 days per year, in addition to 8 public holidays.

• Great pension contributions - Secure your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Lifestyle savings - Benefit from structured discounts and exclusive Vectis care packages available across a variety of local and national establishments.

• Salary sacrifice - Utilise our 'Cycle to Work' program along with the option for extra voluntary pension contributions.

• Leisure for less - Take advantage of reduced-rate membership for Ceredigion's nearby leisure centres.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in social care.