Social Worker

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and supportive Safeguarding Adults Team based in Barrow-in-Furness.
Would you like to work in a role where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults at risk of abuse or neglect?
Working within our Safeguarding Adults Team, you will be part of a skilled and committed service that is passionate about promoting wellbeing, protecting people from harm, and supporting individuals to achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
We apply a career grade system to our Social Worker roles, meaning your starting salary will reflect your competencies, experience and qualifications. We are committed to supporting your ongoing professional development and progression through the career grade framework as your knowledge and experience grow., The Safeguarding Adults Team plays a key role in delivering the Council's statutory safeguarding responsibilities under the Care Act 2014. The team provides specialist safeguarding expertise, oversight and coordination to ensure adults with care and support needs are protected from abuse and neglect, whilst promoting wellbeing, choice and control through the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal.
A core function of the team is the triage and screening of safeguarding concerns, ensuring that referrals are assessed promptly and that appropriate and proportionate decisions are made regarding safeguarding interventions. The team works closely with
operational teams and partner agencies to identify risk and ensure timely responses to concerns.
The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking and coordinating Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, managing complex safeguarding situations and working collaboratively with individuals, families and partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes. You will be expected to analyse risk, apply relevant legislation and guidance, and support decision-making in situations where there may be competing rights, risks and responsibilities.
Working closely with health services, care providers, police, housing and other key partners, you will contribute to a strong multi-agency safeguarding approach, providing professional advice, supporting best practice and helping to develop a culture of continuous learning and improvement across Adult Social Care.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist safeguarding knowledge and experience while making a significant contribution to protecting some of the most
vulnerable people in our communities.
What can we offer you!

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker with a strong commitment to safeguarding adults and promoting person-centred practice.
You will hold a Social Work Degree and be registered with Social Work England.
You will have experience of undertaking assessments, managing risk, and working collaboratively with individuals, families and professionals to develop strengths-based plans.
A sound understanding of safeguarding legislation, the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Making Safeguarding Personal principles will be essential.
The successful candidate will be confident in analysing complex information, balancing risk and autonomy, and making professional judgements in often sensitive and challenging situations. Strong communication, relationship-building and partnership working skills are critical, as is the ability to work creatively with individuals to achieve positive safeguarding outcomes.to enter text.

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At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Adult's Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.