Social Worker – All Age Disabilities – Halifax

Social Worker –   All Age Disabilities

Location: Halifax  

Rate: £35 umbrella

Hours: 37 Per week

Start: ASAP

Hybrid working available.

A Social Worker is required for an all age disabilities team in Calderdale Council.

The Social Worker will have experience in Learning Disabilities, transitions and safeguarding. Undertaking MCA’s/Best Interest decisions, CHC checklists etc. There will also be Court of Protection work as part of the role.

Knowledge and experience of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting is essential.

37 hour contract (Mon-Fri), hybrid working and the candidate is expected to work in the office (Shay Football Stadium, Halifax) 3 days a week.

Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.
• Previous Disabilities experience
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups.
• Possess knowledge of service needs.
• Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.
• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• £250 Referral bonus

For more information on this position or similar roles please contact Carly on 01282 525510 or carlyanne@ashberryrecruitment.com