Qualified Social Worker - Basildon Hospital Social Work Hub
| Posting date: | 09 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £39,027 to £44,463 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 October 2025 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Company: | Thurrock Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 2494_1760014344 |
Summary
Salary: £ 39,027 - £44,463 per annum
Grade: E
23-Month Fixed-Term Contract
37 Hours Per Week - Predominantly office based but there will be an opportunity for some flexible working.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Basildon Hospital Social Work Team. We are looking for a qualified Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England and with at least two years' experience to join this supportive and highly skilled team. You will be working with adults with physical disabilities and people with impairments. Ensuring that the needs of Thurrock residents are met in a timely manner to facilitate safe hospital discharges.
You will become part of a very stable, award-winning team, where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service.
You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Health and Voluntary organisations.
The post will be 37 hours per week.
Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care.
Essential Qualifications; Social Work qualification and be SWE registered
DBS: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this role.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Additiona Information
For an informal discussion please call Kerry Cannon or Jacey Davis on 01268 394749.
Advert Closing Date
- Redeployment Only: 16th October 2025
- Internal & External: 9th November 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
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