Social Worker (HAY BD B)
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20.29 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 April 2026 |
| Location: | Mansfield, Nottinghamshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Nations Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Job Category : Social Care Qualified
Location : Meadow House, Littleworth, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG182TB
Preston City Council
Hours Per Week : 37:00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Salary: £20.29
Expectation is 2-3 days each week from the office base.
We utilise a hybrid approach, and there is some flexibility to work from home, but you must be office-based a minimum of 2-3 days per week and also on your duty days.
You must have a clean licence and access to your own vehicle- this is non-negotiable.
Key Responsibilities Social Workers will undertake a range of duties in connection with the assessment, and planning of services for children and young people and families/carers, including:
1. Working in accordance with the Nottinghamshire practice framework, to plan and lead inclusive assessments of strengths and resilience as well as vulnerabilities, developmental needs and risks
2. Compliance with legislation and departmental policies/procedures
3. Maintaining timely, accurate and clear written records, writing reports and other documents as needed and, maintaining the child’s record within the Department’s electronic recording system .
4. Work effectively with children, their families and colleagues from a range of different agencies to plan, coordinate and review outcome focused plans.
5. To model a strengths-based approach to practice
6. Participation in team activities e.g. team meetings, case discussion, review of team work.
7. Participation in regular supervision.
8. Contributing as appropriate to practice and service development.
9. To take up opportunities for relevant training and development, in accordance with the requirement to evidence continuous professional development.
10. Any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities/grade of the post as defined, subject to the Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities:
1. You will take reasonable care for your health and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by the performance of your duties and where appropriate to safeguard the health and safety of all persons and premises under your control and guidance in accordance with the provisions of Health & Safety legislation, and Authority and Departmental Codes of Practice and Procedures.
2. You will exercise proper care in handling, operating and safeguarding any equipment, vehicle or appliance provided, used or issued by the County Council or provided or issued by a third party for individual or collective use in the performance of your duties.
3. You will personally implement and positively promote equal opportunities in service delivery and employment practices.
4. Within resource constraints, you will promote and deliver fair and quality services that are sensitive and responsive to customers.
5. You will work with Council provided technology, and associated systems, as required. You will personally ensure compliance with the County Council’s GDPR, Freedom of Information Act and ICT codes of practice.
6. In order to achieve the objectives of the role, the post holder will need to work flexibly, including out of hours when necessary.
The successful candidate will also be expected to:
1. Work in accordance with the Nottinghamshire County Council Code of Conduct and Social Work England’s (SWE) code of practice
2. Work within Departmental Policies and Procedures
3. Demonstrate Continual Professional Development in line with SWE’s regulations and requirements.
Candidates must:
• Have drivers license
• Live local to Mansfield
• Need to have some experience in Childs protection or court work
Location : Meadow House, Littleworth, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG182TB
Preston City Council
Hours Per Week : 37:00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Salary: £20.29
Expectation is 2-3 days each week from the office base.
We utilise a hybrid approach, and there is some flexibility to work from home, but you must be office-based a minimum of 2-3 days per week and also on your duty days.
You must have a clean licence and access to your own vehicle- this is non-negotiable.
Key Responsibilities Social Workers will undertake a range of duties in connection with the assessment, and planning of services for children and young people and families/carers, including:
1. Working in accordance with the Nottinghamshire practice framework, to plan and lead inclusive assessments of strengths and resilience as well as vulnerabilities, developmental needs and risks
2. Compliance with legislation and departmental policies/procedures
3. Maintaining timely, accurate and clear written records, writing reports and other documents as needed and, maintaining the child’s record within the Department’s electronic recording system .
4. Work effectively with children, their families and colleagues from a range of different agencies to plan, coordinate and review outcome focused plans.
5. To model a strengths-based approach to practice
6. Participation in team activities e.g. team meetings, case discussion, review of team work.
7. Participation in regular supervision.
8. Contributing as appropriate to practice and service development.
9. To take up opportunities for relevant training and development, in accordance with the requirement to evidence continuous professional development.
10. Any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities/grade of the post as defined, subject to the Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities:
1. You will take reasonable care for your health and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by the performance of your duties and where appropriate to safeguard the health and safety of all persons and premises under your control and guidance in accordance with the provisions of Health & Safety legislation, and Authority and Departmental Codes of Practice and Procedures.
2. You will exercise proper care in handling, operating and safeguarding any equipment, vehicle or appliance provided, used or issued by the County Council or provided or issued by a third party for individual or collective use in the performance of your duties.
3. You will personally implement and positively promote equal opportunities in service delivery and employment practices.
4. Within resource constraints, you will promote and deliver fair and quality services that are sensitive and responsive to customers.
5. You will work with Council provided technology, and associated systems, as required. You will personally ensure compliance with the County Council’s GDPR, Freedom of Information Act and ICT codes of practice.
6. In order to achieve the objectives of the role, the post holder will need to work flexibly, including out of hours when necessary.
The successful candidate will also be expected to:
1. Work in accordance with the Nottinghamshire County Council Code of Conduct and Social Work England’s (SWE) code of practice
2. Work within Departmental Policies and Procedures
3. Demonstrate Continual Professional Development in line with SWE’s regulations and requirements.
Candidates must:
• Have drivers license
• Live local to Mansfield
• Need to have some experience in Childs protection or court work