Social Worker Level 1 (2041)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,412 i £39,152 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Boston, Lincolnshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 10520/2049 |
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Location: Across East Lincolnshire (Louth, Market Rasen, Boston and Skegness Community Wellbeing teams).
About the Role:
Lincolnshire County Council’s Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service is renowned for its high-quality support, having been rated GOOD across the board by the Care Quality Commission. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service and have an ASYE or Social Worker Level 1 vacancy within East Lincolnshire. This position has become available due to internal promotion, presenting an excellent opportunity for career advancement within Lincolnshire County Council. You will work under the direction of the Team Manager and Advanced Practitioners to empower individuals who require care and support. Your primary goal will be to identify and build on the strengths and capabilities of individuals, helping them to achieve their desired outcomes and maximize their independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a varied caseload with supervision and advice from the Team manager/ Advanced Practitioners, ensuring your practice is strengths-based and person-centred.
Undertake needs assessments in line with the Care Act 2014, focusing on identifying outcomes, opportunities for independence, and strengths-based solutions.
Collaborate with specialist safeguarding colleagues to conduct safeguarding enquiries, ensuring the person and their desired outcomes are at the centre of practice.
Identify non-eligible and non-social care needs, such as health care or housing, and work with partners to address these needs through information and advice.
Develop cost efficient care packages in collaboration with individuals, carers, and other agencies, ensuring risk is minimised and quality of life is improved.
Work with individuals, families, carers, and communities to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs.
Utilise community resources and support networks to meet identified needs and promote social inclusion.
Research available resources and services, identifying and reporting any gaps in service provision.
Maintain and update case notes and other records, write reports as required, and provide evidence in court if necessary.
About You:
ASYE or Social Worker Level 1: You will have a professional qualification in Social Work with current Social Work England Registration.
In addition, you will:
be able to identify needs and tailor care and support to build on individual strengths. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Effective IT skills and ability to manage conflicting priorities.
have knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation. Understanding of risk management and developing solutions to manage risks while promoting strengths.
demonstrate values that promote wellbeing, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower people to live well.
(For detailed requirements, please refer to the relevant job description included in the pack)
What We Offer:
In addition to a competitive salary and excellent benefits, we provide:
Further career opportunities to Social Worker Level 2.
A supportive and stable work environment within Lincolnshire.
An excellent pension scheme.
Various perks, including discount schemes, cycle-to-work, and flexible working policies.
A generous holiday allowance, with the option to buy more, which increases after 5 years.
Opportunities to engage with local organizations and community groups, enhancing your professional network and impact.
Active involvement in community engagement initiatives, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local residents.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application by 9th February 2026.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Elaine Dobson on email at elaine.dobson@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Closing date: 8th February 2026.
Interviews scheduled for 24th and 25th February 2026.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
About the Role:
Lincolnshire County Council’s Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service is renowned for its high-quality support, having been rated GOOD across the board by the Care Quality Commission. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Service and have an ASYE or Social Worker Level 1 vacancy within East Lincolnshire. This position has become available due to internal promotion, presenting an excellent opportunity for career advancement within Lincolnshire County Council. You will work under the direction of the Team Manager and Advanced Practitioners to empower individuals who require care and support. Your primary goal will be to identify and build on the strengths and capabilities of individuals, helping them to achieve their desired outcomes and maximize their independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a varied caseload with supervision and advice from the Team manager/ Advanced Practitioners, ensuring your practice is strengths-based and person-centred.
Undertake needs assessments in line with the Care Act 2014, focusing on identifying outcomes, opportunities for independence, and strengths-based solutions.
Collaborate with specialist safeguarding colleagues to conduct safeguarding enquiries, ensuring the person and their desired outcomes are at the centre of practice.
Identify non-eligible and non-social care needs, such as health care or housing, and work with partners to address these needs through information and advice.
Develop cost efficient care packages in collaboration with individuals, carers, and other agencies, ensuring risk is minimised and quality of life is improved.
Work with individuals, families, carers, and communities to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs.
Utilise community resources and support networks to meet identified needs and promote social inclusion.
Research available resources and services, identifying and reporting any gaps in service provision.
Maintain and update case notes and other records, write reports as required, and provide evidence in court if necessary.
About You:
ASYE or Social Worker Level 1: You will have a professional qualification in Social Work with current Social Work England Registration.
In addition, you will:
be able to identify needs and tailor care and support to build on individual strengths. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Effective IT skills and ability to manage conflicting priorities.
have knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation. Understanding of risk management and developing solutions to manage risks while promoting strengths.
demonstrate values that promote wellbeing, challenge oppression and discrimination, and empower people to live well.
(For detailed requirements, please refer to the relevant job description included in the pack)
What We Offer:
In addition to a competitive salary and excellent benefits, we provide:
Further career opportunities to Social Worker Level 2.
A supportive and stable work environment within Lincolnshire.
An excellent pension scheme.
Various perks, including discount schemes, cycle-to-work, and flexible working policies.
A generous holiday allowance, with the option to buy more, which increases after 5 years.
Opportunities to engage with local organizations and community groups, enhancing your professional network and impact.
Active involvement in community engagement initiatives, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local residents.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application by 9th February 2026.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact Elaine Dobson on email at elaine.dobson@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Closing date: 8th February 2026.
Interviews scheduled for 24th and 25th February 2026.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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