Casual Social Worker at Wiltshire Career Site

Trowbridge, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

21.65

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empathy, Compassion, Professional Judgement, Risk Assessment, Safeguarding, Decision Making, Integrity, Communication, Record Keeping, Adaptability, Agility, Calmness Under Pressure, Electronic Systems Proficiency, Statutory Work, Mental Health

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Hourly Rate: £20.66 - £21.65 (plus 20% unsocial hours plussage for qualifying shifts) Hours per week: 0 hours Interview date: To be confirmed after shortlisting We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join our Emergency Duty Service on a casual basis. Our team supports people across Wiltshire outside normal working hours, offering calm, skilled and person-centred help when situations are urgent and complex. You will bring empathy, compassion and sound professional judgement to adults, children and families who need immediate support and protection. Working in partnership with police, health colleagues and other agencies, you will assess risk, manage safeguarding concerns and take honest, timely decisions that keep people safe. You will act with integrity in every situation, treating everyone with respect and building trust through clear communication and accurate, up-to-date records. You will provide guidance and reassurance, prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital or care and help families find safe and sustainable solutions during times of crisis. This role calls for someone adaptable and agile in their thinking, able to stay calm under pressure and confident using electronic systems to record and share information by the next working day. You will be a qualified and registered Social Worker with strong experience in statutory and safeguarding work, and a commitment to teamwork, reflective practice and ongoing learning. Candidates applying will need a minimum of two years’ previous experience working for EDS, as well as a background in mental health. As a casual worker, you will have no fixed hours and will work on an as-needed basis, depending on Wiltshire Council's requirements and your availability. You are not obligated to be available, and the council is not obliged to offer you work. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/why-us]. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location. We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity. Contact details Robin Stapley, Team Manager, at Robin.Stapley@wiltshire.gov.uk [Robin.Stapley@wiltshire.gov.uk] Please ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application. Application criteria Please download and read the role description and person specification [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/19636/CA11-0799-Social-Worker-Level-3-EDS/pdf/CA11-0799_Social_Worker_Level_3_EDS.pdf?m=1774614588887] carefully before you apply. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion [https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wiltshire.gov.uk%2Fequality-diversity-public-sector-duty&data=04%7C01%7CBethany.Farrer%40wiltshire.gov.uk%7C151f7da412574c942b8e08d948674193%7C5546e75e3be14813b0ff26651ea2fe19%7C0%7C0%7C637620430580127574%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=5CkvE0a359djyKPfpad1RWNIfayHtAmrr4s%2BKbvYZzw%3D&reserved=0] Disability Confident Employer [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-2-disability-confident-employer] Application process [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/help-and-support] Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura). Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission. Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will provide calm, skilled, and person-centered help to adults, children, and families during urgent and complex situations outside normal working hours. Key duties include assessing risk, managing safeguarding concerns, making timely decisions, and preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital or care.