Social Worker

Suffolk County Council

. Assess and support adults aged 18+ living in the community across Central Norfolk .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeNorwich • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £41,177 - £43,149 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in applying the Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005) to support adults with complex needs, utilizing strengths-based and person-centred approaches. Committed to collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to promote independence and wellbeing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualified Level 2 Social WorkerRegistered With Social Work EnglandExperience Managing Complex CasesUnderstanding Of The Care Act (2014)Strong Time-Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Complex Case ManagementPerson-Centred PracticeStrengths-Based ApproachesSafeguarding ResponsibilitiesIT Skills

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdaptabilityCommitment To Continuous Learning

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualified Level 2 Social WorkerRegistered With Social Work England

Industry Keywords

Care Act (2014)Mental Capacity Act (2005)Community SupportPartnership WorkingPromoting Independence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess and support adults aged 18+ living in the community across Central Norfolk
Work with the Physical Disability and Older People’s Team
Apply the Care Act (2014) to provide proportionate, outcome-focused support
Support individuals to achieve outcomes that matter most to them
Use person-centred and strengths-based approaches
Work collaboratively with Social Workers, Assistant Practitioners and Occupational Therapists
Collaborate with Norfolk County Council, NHS and wider community partners
Promote independence, resilience and wellbeing
Manage complex cases
Contribute to community-led and personalised solutions
Reflect on practice, share insights and adapt approaches based on what works
Contribute to continuous learning, improvement and innovation
Attend face-to-face interviews at County Hall, Norwich

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified Level 2 Social Worker
Registered with Social Work England as a practising Social Worker
Experience working with adults and managing complex cases
Sound understanding of the Care Act (2014)
Sound understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (2005)
Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Strong time-management skills
Strong IT skills
Full, clean driving licence
Access to a car
Commitment to strengths-based, person-centred practice
Partnership-working approach
Supporting statement demonstrating suitability against the person specification and job description

Benefits

Comp & perks

£2000 welcome payment for qualified and experienced Social Workers new to Norfolk County Council, repayable if leaving within two years
Salary matching or improvement for experienced Social Workers new to Norfolk County Council, within the advertised grade spectrum
Protected half day per month for continuing professional development and training
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
First-class technology platform and equipment for remote connection and collaboration
Career development opportunities
Health and wellbeing services, including fast-track physiotherapy and free counselling
Generous holiday entitlement
Norfolk Rewards employee discounts programme
Blue Light card
Relocation expenses where applicable
Advance of expenses for work travel
Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
Life assurance, death in service payments and dependants’ pensions
Tax-efficient additional pension and bicycle schemes
Tax-efficient car lease scheme, subject to eligibility
Referral payment for hard-to-fill jobs
Excellent relocation package
Work-life balance support