Worcestershire County Council · Worcester, England · £35k–£48k
This is a live UK-based role at Worcestershire County Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 3 October 2026. Listed as open until 3 November 2026.
Job Introduction Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner/ Social Worker Salary: £34811 - £47665 per annum with additional £3000 market forces 37 Hours per Week Location: County Wide Team: Continuing Health Care Social Work Team Permanent Contract The Role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced social worker to join our Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Social Work Team in a unique split role, spending 50% of your time working as an Advanced Social Work Practitioner and 50% as a Social Worker . This exciting opportunity combines direct practice with leadership responsibilities, allowing you to maintain a caseload while supporting excellent social work practice across the team. You will work collaboratively with health colleagues, individuals, families, and carers to deliver person-centred, strengths-based interventions and contribute to high-quality CHC assessments and reviews. What You'll Be Doing Advanced Social Work Practitioner (50%) In your Advanced Practitioner role, you will: Provide professional leadership and practice expertise within the CHC Team. Offer consultation, coaching and mentoring to social workers and other team members. Support complex case discussions, risk management and decision-making.. Contribute to service development, quality assurance and practice improvement initiatives. Support the implementation of relevant legislation, policy and best practice. Assist with the induction and development of newly qualified and experienced staff. Social Worker (50%) In your Social Worker role, you will: Manage a complex caseload within the CHC service. Complete Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning. Undertake CHC Checklists, Decision Support Tool assessments and joint working with NHS colleagues. Work in partnership with individuals, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.. Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for adults with care and support needs. Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Significant post-qualifying experience within Adult Social Care. Experience of working with adults with complex needs. Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act and safeguarding legislation. Experience of multidisciplinary working with health partners. Ability to provide professional support and guidance to colleagues. Excellent assessment, analytical and communication skills. For further information please contact: Rachael Hopcroft - Area Manager RHopcroft@worcestershire.gov.uk 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: 13/10/2026 Anticipated Interview Date: TBC
Listing tracked by Sponsorly AI from Worcestershire County Council's own job posting. Apply directly with the employer — Sponsorly does not process applications.