Social Worker in Transfer of Care Team
Job Summary
Advert Start Date:
25/04/2024
Advert End Date:
23/05/2024 23:59
Employment Location:
Peterborough City Hospital
Salary:
£36,648 to £40,221 plus 7% weekend enhancement
Further Information
Are you a flexible and dedicated individual, looking for a new opportunity within Social Care?
Peterborough City Council’s Transfer of Care Team are developing an exciting way of working and have a fantastic opportunity for Adult Social Worker, to join our supportive and diverse team. You will preferably have some social work experience and can work as part of a team.
Peterborough is a city of opportunity with a positive future and there has never been a better time to work for our council. We’re the second fastest growing city in the UK a place with prospects, potential and great ambition for our residents. An explosion of growth is taking place here which will benefit everyone who lives, works and spends time in our city. Cranes, scaffolding, and new buildings emerging on our skyline are a common sight – with plenty more schemes currently being planned.
As an organisation we are focussed on being the best employer that we can be. We’ve launched a new set of Corporate Values, committing us all to ensuring we are transparent, inclusive, innovative, respectful, collaborative, and always acting with integrity.
Working with us means you will benefit from:
• Generous annual leave provision
• A supportive management team that will champion your learning and development
• Work life balance and flexible ways of working
• A real focus on wellbeing
• Occupational pension scheme with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to free support 24 hours a day
We are looking for a dynamic, committed, and passionate individual who is dedicated to improving people’s lives, working alongside other professional colleagues to promote the principles of personalisation, encouraging independence, choice and opportunities.
To be successful in this role, you will have knowledge, experience and understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults. Working knowledge and experience of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Human Rights Act 1998. You will also have an understanding of National and local polices and guidance relating to Hospital discharges.
We are a fun, friendly and supportive team who work together in a unique way to improve the lives of the people we support. Apply today to join our team and really make a difference.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Peterborough and want our workforce to reflect this diversity, which we believe is beneficial for our employees, the organisation and the communities we serve.