Social Worker

Social Worker

Employer Worcestershire County Council

Location Wildwood

Salary £26,363 - £32,653 per annum

Closing date 22 Nov 2026

Reference WCC/TP/2781/2102

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Sector Local Councils

Job Type Social work; Adults - Qualified

Contract Type Permanent

Working Pattern Part Time

Hours Part-Time

Job Details

Job Title: Social Worker Salary: £26,363 - £32,653 per annum 28 Hours per Week Location: Wildwood Worcester Team: Pathway Planning Team Permanent

The Role:

If you are a qualified social worker with experience of working within the field learning disabilities and/or mental health and you are looking for a role where your professional judgement, skills and knowledge is trusted and valued then this could be the opportunity for you.

You will work within a small project team working in partnership with individuals and their carers to complete Care Act assessments, develop strengths based support plans and review outcomes that genuinely improve peoples lives. The Pathway Planning Team work closely with providers to ensure that services continue to be effective in meeting the needs of individuals. You will bring confident decision making, analytical skills and attention to detail along with effective communication and the ability to work collaboatively with multiple agencies.

This is a role where you will really develop your practice, your analytical skills and attention to detail whilst having the opportunity to work with a variety of different services.

You will be a small team countywide team where you will recieve regular supervision and reflective practice sessions. We offer learning and development opportunities and a hybrid way of working that balances time in the office with working from home.

Benefits

• You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage
• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!

• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.

• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.

• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

• This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

• Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

• Application Closing Date: 22nd November 2026

• Anticipated Interview Date: To be confirmed

• Company

• The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

• With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

• While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

• Notes for applicants

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• If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.