Social Worker
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8812 |
Summary
We are looking to recruit a part time fixed term qualified Social Worker to join the Short - Term Assessment and Reablement Team , to work across South Derbyshire.
We welcome applicants with a Social Work qualification and with experience of working in an Adult Social Work team setting. To be able to demonstrate an ability to work with a person centred and strength based approach to achieve the ideal outcomes with people to live as independently as possible within their own homes and communities is essential. Experience of a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working is required to support people to return home or remain in their own homes following a period of ill health or change in needs.
The candidate will need to have a knowledge of current legislation, policy and procedures that underpin good practice, and an understanding and experience of Safeguarding principles will be essential.
Please ensure you read the job and person profile to ensure you meet the criteria before applying
Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- 25/27 days annual leave per year (rising to 30/32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.
- Training and development opportunities
- Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites
- Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme
- Supportive management and team
- Access to our in-house occupational services which also includes free eye tests, physiotherapy and counselling
- Derbyshire rewards – offering hundreds of discounts and cashback
More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page here
If you require more information about the role please email: donna.perera@derbyshire.gov.uk
Interview Date: TBC