Experienced Social Worker at Wiltshire Council

Chippenham, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

44904.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social work, Hospital discharge planning, Care assessments, Safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Act 2014, Person-centred support, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Peer supervision, Crisis intervention, Communication, Empathy, Compassion, Integrity, Adaptability

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Salary: £42,852 - £44,904 (Inclusive of 7.5% Market Supplement) Hours per week: 37 hours Interview date: To be confirmed after shortlisting Our Hospital Discharge team are looking for an experienced Social Worker who brings empathy, respect, honesty, compassion, and integrity to their practice, and who is committed to delivering person‑centred support built on trust. You will join an experienced and supportive team where teamwork and wellbeing are central to how we work. We prioritise your well‑being by offering a supportive work environment, flexible working arrangements, and clear career progression paths. You will benefit from a robust induction programme, along with access to training and peer support sessions, helping you continue to develop your skills while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. We value colleagues who are adaptable and agile, especially within fast‑paced hospital settings. Working across three acute hospitals, you will play a key role in providing advice, assessments. and coordinated discharge planning to ensure safe and timely transfers of care. You will complete complex assessments, act as an Investigating Officer in safeguarding work, and apply strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014. Your approach will be rooted in compassion, respect, and person‑centred practice, working closely with individuals, their support networks. and multidisciplinary partners. You will bring at least two years of post‑qualifying experience, Social Work England registration, and a strong understanding of relevant legislation. You will also support colleagues by offering peer supervision and guidance, contributing to a trusted and positive team culture. This position comes with a 7.5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis. 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 Rebecca Spencer, Team Manager, at Rebecca.Spencer@wiltshire.gov.uk [Rebecca.Spencer@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/19509/CA11-0757-Level-3-Social-Worker-Hospital/pdf/CA11-0757_Level_3_Social_Worker_Hospital.pdf?m=1774366004330] 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://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/equality-diversity-public-sector-duty&data=04|01|Bethany.Farrer@wiltshire.gov.uk|151f7da412574c942b8e08d948674193|5546e75e3be14813b0ff26651ea2fe19|0|0|637620430580127574|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|1000&sdata=5CkvE0a359djyKPfpad1RWNIfayHtAmrr4s+KbvYZzw=&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

You will provide advice, assessments, and coordinated discharge planning across three acute hospitals to ensure safe and timely transfers of care. Additionally, you will act as an Investigating Officer in safeguarding work while applying relevant legislation to support individuals and their networks.