Social Worker

Job Introduction

Job Title: Mental Health Social Worker
Salary: £32,654 - £40,476 (plus £3000 market forces payment per annum).
Hours: 37 Hours
Location: Wildwood Drive, Worcester
Contract Type: Permanent

Due to 2 internal promotions, we are looking for 2 social workers to join our friendly team.

The Mental Health South team in Worcestershire are a team focused on supporting and empowering individuals to have the best mental well-being possible, to reach their goals, and to maximise the quality of life of those we support. We work closely with our colleagues in health, commissioning, safeguarding and other partner agencies to create creative care plans, manage risk in the community as well as supporting discharge plans from out of county and rehab mental health wards. We support individuals from 18+ with functional mental health conditions as well as co-morbidities and support the transition process from children to adult’s services when required.

We are passionate about the development of staff within the team and are a supportive, dynamic, and person-centred team of practitioners. At present we have staff undertaking apprenticeships in the team, staff completing their ASYE and those undertaking their AMHP training, as well as staff who have champion roles in particular areas of interest to them. We encourage regular reflection with fortnightly reflective practice sessions and have the social work academy who offer a range of training opportunities. We also have practice educators in the team and regularly welcome students on placement.

Unfortunately, these positions are not currently available for ASYE social workers.

For More Information:

If you would like any additional information or an informal discussion, please contact Ela Comer via EComer@worcestershire.gov.uk or Rachael Hopcroft RHopcroft@worcestershire.gov.uk

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: Sunday 31st August 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: TBC