Social Workers - Targeted Review Programme

This is an exciting role for someone who is passionate about supporting people to live more independently and fulfilling lives. The successful candidate will work alongside individuals to identify what matters most to them and support them to achieve their goals through person-centred, outcome-focused planning. You will be an excellent communicator who is committed to helping people achieve positive outcomes. You will have experience of engaging effectively with individuals, families, carers and partner organisations, as well as working collaboratively and negotiating with providers to ensure the best possible support arrangements are in place. We are looking for someone who is naturally curious and analytical, with the confidence to explore issues in depth rather than accepting information at face value. You will be comfortable providing constructive challenge where appropriate and will be committed to a strengths-based, risk-positive approach that promotes choice, independence and wellbeing., Please include at the top of your cover letter / supporting statement which position you are applying for. This is an excellent opportunity for an established Senior Social Worker or an ambitious Social Worker looking to take the next step in their career while making a meaningful difference to people's lives. If you would more information and have queries, please feel free to contact Team Manager East Review Team OR Strategic Lead for the programme., This role is open to secondments for eligible employees who work for HCC. If you wish to apply on a secondment basis, you must have your line manager's approval before submitting your application. You will be asked to confirm this within your application form. If you are not eligible for a secondment (e.g., you are currently on a fixed-term contract that would end before this positions ends) or you indicate that your manager cannot support a secondment, your application will be considered on a fixed-term contract basis instead. Additional information We are changing Hertfordshire County Councilis undergoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). If you are employed by Hertfordshire County on 1 April 2028, it is expected that most roles will transfer to the newly-created unitary councils on existing terms and conditions under TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings - Protection of Employment) principles. LGR is one of the biggest changes we will face in a generation. It will reshape how we work and how services are organised and gives us a real opportunity to build something better. To find out more, visit Disability Confident We are proud to be a and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Driving required

• Be a qualified and Social Work England registered Social Worker, with at least two years post qualified experience.
• Have considerable experience working with Autistic Adults or those with a Learning Disability and supporting outcome-focused practice.
• Be passionate about promoting independence and enabling people to achieve their goals.
• Have strong communication, relationship-building and negotiation skills.
• Be confident engaging with individuals, families, carers, providers and partner agencies.
• Demonstrate professional curiosity, judgement and critical thinking.
• Be able to analyse information, challenge appropriately and make evidence-based decisions.
• Embrace a strengths-based, person-centred and risk-positive approach to practice.
• Be motivated to contribute to service development and continuous improvement.
• Hold a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes., You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.
English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).