Social Worker

Lambeth Agency worker- Click here to apply

 

Adult Social Worker REF: 2066

Hybrid Working 

Career Graded PO2-PO3: £43, 542 pa rising in annual increments to £49,638 pa inc LW.  

Permanent and Full Time 

Welcome Payment and Market Supplement also payable, please see conditions below. 

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. 

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join our front door Safeguarding Team- the Hub.  The team is dedicated and committed to providing a high-quality safeguarding response, to local adults deemed at risk. We triage new new safeguarding referrals that come into Adult Social Care, ensuring that a robust protection plan is implemented.  Lambeth Council’s expectations are high, and you will need a strong commitment to providing first-class person-centred care to Lambeth residents and support to their carers. You will be passionate about working with a range of service user groups -older people, adults with learning disabilities and adults with physical and sensory difficulties, challenging discrimination whilst promoting independence.

We will provide you with regular supervision and access to ongoing training and development to enhance opportunities for your career progression in Adult Social Care.  We offer season ticket loans, mileage and subscriptions, a cycle scheme, access to online journals and resources, a 35-hour working week and generous annual leave.

Lambeth offers a generous recruitment and retention offer also.  This includes a £1000 welcome payment once your 6-month probation has been completed and a £1000 market supplement paid pro rata. 

We especially encourage applications from people from underrepresented groups and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit. 

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Alice Lutalo alutalo@lambeth.gov.uk and/or Allison Dunkley adunkley1@lambeth.gov.uk   

Closing date: 09:00am on Monday 2nd December 2024.

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

·       Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.

·       Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.

·       Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

·       Hybrid Working.

·       Employee Assistance Programme.

·       Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.

·       Discounts at local restaurants.

·       Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.

·       Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.

·       Cycle to Work Scheme.

·       Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.

·       Trade Union Membership.

How to Apply:

If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.

In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click