Bracknell Forest Council • Berkshire, South East England
About this role
Make a real difference where it matters most. Join Bracknell Forest Council as a Safeguarding Social Worker and help protect adults at risk through person-centred, strengths-based practice. We are looking for a confident, knowledgeable registered Social Worker with strong safeguarding expertise and sound professional judgement.
This role will be offered on a full-time, permanent basis and includes an expectation to work from our Time Square office or hospitals 3 - 4 days per week, alongside flexible working arrangements.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.
About you...
As a Safeguarding Social Worker in Adult Social Care, you will undertake S42 enquiries, assess risk and mental capacity and work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard adults at risk. We are looking for a registered Social Worker with strong safeguarding knowledge, confident decision-making skills and a commitment to person-centred, strengths-based practice.
About the team...
Based at Time Square in Bracknell, our Hospital Team and Front Door Hub are supportive, fast-paced services where no two days are the same. As a Safeguarding Social Worker, you will work alongside experienced practitioners and partner agencies to respond promptly, share information effectively and make proportionate, defensible decisions. We value curiosity, resilience and reflective practice and offer regular supervision alongside a strong commitment to learning and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities...
You will undertake safeguarding enquires, whilst maintaining people’s choice and control, empowering adults within a risk enablement and strengths-based approach.
You will have a thorough understanding, knowledge and experience of working within the adult safeguarding arena, including: S42 enquires, Making Safeguarding Personal and the Care Act (2014).
You will complete safeguarding work within the timeframe and guidance provide by Bracknell Forest Council.
You will coordinate and work effectively with the ward/MDT and family by providing professional advice in a timely manner to support hospital discharge.
You will conduct risk assessments and manage safeguarding alerts.
Our benefits...
28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
Paid employee volunteering scheme.
Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
Interview date
The interview date is to be confirmed.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact
Leena Chand, Community Services Manager on 01344 355468 or Leena.chand@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please
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