Prison Inreach Social Worker
Job Summary
Advert Start Date:
05/10/2015
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 09/10/2015 23:59
Further Information
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Prison based Social Worker to be based at HMP Peterborough and the Approved Premises (Peterborough).
This is a new and developing post and the successful applicant will undertake social care tasks and responsibilities specifically linked to the implementation of the Care Act (2014).
The successful applicant will have substantial post qualifying experience of working with complex mental health cases. It is essential that they have a detailed understanding of the Care Act in the context of adult social care provision to eligible prisoners or individuals under supervision and also applied knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act. They will be required to be self motivated with the ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team while promoting the social care agenda within the Prison and the Approved Premises.
The successful applicant will need to feel comfortable working within the constraints of both environments. They will be required to have a successful additional prison security check.
Please contact Ian Clitheroe, Social Care Lead, Desk: 01733 748419.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring check.
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we positively encourage applications from people who have experienced mental health issues.
The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
Please note that due to the variety of contacts you may provide it cannot be guaranteed that the recruitment process will be managed exclusively within the NHS email system. Please ensure that all the details you provide on your application form are correct.
**Internal CPFT Trust applicants who are currently ‘at risk’ and who meet the essential criteria will be given prior consideration over any other candidates who may apply for this post. Further consideration will then be given to other internal applicants currently ‘affected by change’ and then to other NHS applicants who are currently ‘at risk’ within the wider NHS. If you are ‘at risk’ or ‘affected by change’ please make it clear on your application so that you receive priority consideration**
To apply please follow the link https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/
The job reference 310-CPFT6283A then needs to be inserted into the search area.
Closing date: 9th October 2015.
Interview date: 9th November 2015.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.