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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time level 1 social worker, the post would suit a newly qualified social worker, looking for an opportunity to develop their knowledge within a social work role. The vacant post is within a well-established and dynamic team.

The position is within the older persons with physical disability team which is a community-based team working with Adults over 18 years of age with a range of physical and Mental health needs. This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with multi-disciplinary teams/agencies in addressing a range of care/support issues in the promotion of independence and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served.

Main duties of the job

As a level 1 social worker, you will be supported to complete your ASYE with a protected case load, enabling you to develop your skills and knowledge. You will have responsibility for your own case load, with support from your social work practice lead and you will work on a range of cases involving assessment, support planning, mental capacity Act assessments, appointeeships and deputyship referrals. Section 117 reviews and safeguarding enquiries as well as some complex case management. There is opportunity to manage your own workload and diary and you will be offered the opportunity to work in a hybrid way, being based between the office base in Stafford and home working.

The post holder will be expected to access Social care and health records to gather information, therefore it is important for the post holder to be able to use a computer and have an understanding of the importance of good recording.  You will require effective communication and written skills and be willing to work as part of a team to promote best outcomes for individuals. You will be required to be self-motivated and organised in order to manage any competing demands and be provided with all relevant training and support in the role.

Working for our organisation

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; 

• Supporting your career development and progression
• Excellent NHS Pension scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
• Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
• Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
• Free car parking at all trust sites
• Free flu vaccinations every year
• Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.