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Social Worker - Adult Learning Disability Team

Job Summary

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Advert Start Date: 15/07/2025

Advert End Date: 29/07/2025 23:59

Salary: £37,035 - £45,718

Hours per week: 37

Job Category: Social Work - Adult Service

Vacancy ID: 283817

Employment Location: Stockton-on-Tees

Number of posts: 2

Closing date: 29 Jul

Further Information

• Are you a problem-solving superhero?
• Do you have professional curiosity?
• Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives and communities you support?

Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for Qualified Social Workers to join our team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

The Adult Learning Disability Social Work Team is located at: Wessex House, Falcon Court, Preston Farm, Stockton-on-Tees.

The team work with individuals experiencing severe and enduring mental health disorders and their families and/or carer.

We are committed to promoting independence, choice and control and promoting Self Directed Support where people are eligible for social care services.

You will need to have an understanding of the needs of people with mental disorders and their carers and have an enabling person centred approach, which promotes independence. The key responsibilities of this role is to manage a complex case load, including forensic cases and to undertake AMPH duties.

In return we offer continuous professional development, regular supervision and annual appraisal.

Due to the requirement of frequent travel between venues across the Borough, a full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle is required for this role.

It is anticipated that appointments will be made at Grade K - M of the career grade to maintain a skills balance within the team. At this time, applicants must have completed ASYE year and have at least 1 years post qualifying experience, while meeting the requirements for a Grade K and above.

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,718.
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

And that's not all - you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.

If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Emma Walker or Pamela Chikomo at 01642 527139.

Previous applicants will need to re-apply.

Guidance for applicants

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

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Supporting documents

• Employee Benefits Leaflet.pdf (186.54 KB)
• Social Worker - JD, PS & KR.pdf (403.11 KB)

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• Are you a problem-solving superhero?
• Do you have professional curiosity?
• Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives and communities you support?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for Qualified Social Workers to join our team here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council. The Adult Learning Disability Social Work Team is located at: Wessex House, Falcon Court, Preston Farm, Stockton-on-Tees. The team work with individuals experiencing severe and enduring mental health disorders and their families and/or carer. We are committed to promoting independence, choice and control and promoting Self Directed Support where people are eligible for social care services. You will need to have an understanding of the needs of people with mental disorders and their carers and have an enabling person centred approach, which promotes independence. The key responsibilities of this role is to manage a complex case load, including forensic cases and to undertake AMPH duties. In return we offer continuous professional development, regular supervision and annual appraisal. Due to the requirement of frequent travel between venues across the Borough, a full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle is required for this role. It is anticipated that appointments will be made at Grade K - M of the career grade to maintain a skills balance within the team. At this time, applicants must have completed ASYE year and have at least 1 years post qualifying experience, while meeting the requirements for a Grade K and above.

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work. We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
• A competitive salary of up to £45,718.
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
And that's not all - you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.