Social Worker

Job Introduction

Job Title: Social Worker
Salary: £34,434 - £41,771 per annum (plus £3,000 Market Forces Supplement)
37 hours per week
Location: Pershore
Permanent, Full-time (part-time may be considered)

The Role/s
Case management and Duty Worker 

Wychavon Area Social Work team is looking for experienced social workers to join the Team. If you are passionate about social work and want to join a dedicated and very supportive team delivering Adult Social Care then we would like to hear from you. The Wychavon Area covers Droitwich, Pershore, Evesham and surrounding areas. It is a beautiful location to work within and the work is both varied and interesting. 

In Worcestershire we have adopted the 3 Conversation model of practice which involves a strength-based approach to working with people. You will manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision and have the ability to approve and purchase support packages to enable people to make positive changes in their life. 

While seeking workers to undertake case management, we are also looking for an individual who might wish to specialise in shorter term Duty work. For these roles, you will need to have the confidence to advocate for our clients and work in partnership with health colleagues, other statutory partners, and voluntary sector providers. You are given opportunities and supported to be creative, innovative and search for strength-based solutions.

We are a very supportive and friendly team. We promote a positive team culture and learning environment which includes regular reflective practice and catch-up sessions. The Duty role would be office based and the case management role will include both office and home-based working. 

You will be offered on-going training, and professional development opportunities, monthly supervision, and a warm, supportive working environment where we value your contribution, and team members value and support each other.

Quotes from the Team:
“The Wychavon Area team is a very supportive and welcoming place to be. I have worked for the team for 5 years and I still enjoy my job. Management are fantastic and our colleagues are great to work with.  Everyone in the team encourages you to grow and improve – there is always someone around to help you if you need it.”

“WCC has enabled me as a practitioner to use my professional judgement, creativity and autonomous decision making where appropriate. I receive an appropriate balance of professional support and reflective challenge (e.g. through supervision) to keep learning and developing my practice”

For an informal conversation and further information please contact Wychavon Area Manager Cate Johnson on 01905 766287/07752562745

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage 

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? 

Some of these offers include: 

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. 

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: March 8th 2026 
Anticipated Interview Date:  week commencing 16th March 2026