Job Introduction
We’re seeking experienced Social Workers to join our Mental Health Social Care Team.
As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll play a pivotal role in providing specialist advice and assessment to individuals facing mental health challenges. This is an opportunity to contribute to a progressive and strengths-based approach while further developing your skills in a supportive environment.
If you care about making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health difficulties and possess the required skills and qualifications, we invite you to join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and support within a positive and nurturing work environment. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing of our community.
If you would like an informal conversation or to drop in and meet us before applying, you are very welcome to do so. Please email caren.taylor@milton-keynes.gov.uk.
At Milton Keynes Adult Social Care Services, we take pride in our supportive work culture and try to go that extra mile when it comes to investing in our colleagues. Have a read of our Social Workers' testimonials and find out for yourself. You can meet Poppy, our Principal Social Worker on our dedicated site for Social Workers.
About the Mental Health Team:
Our team comprises dedicated professionals committed to delivering exemplary Adult Care Services under the Care Act 2014 and Section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983/2007. We uphold professional standards, promote resilience, and ensure the wellbeing of both service users and our team members. With a focus on continuous improvement, we offer comprehensive support, training, and
development opportunities to facilitate personal and professional growth.
Your Professional Development:
We recently implemented a new career progression framework to create even more long term stability in our social worker workforce by creating opportunities for progression and professional development. We also provide formal development for experienced social workers by supporting them to undertake practice educator, best interest assessor and AMHP training.
Your Wellbeing:
We understand the importance of providing support and resources to promote resilience and wellbeing. We provide guidance and help to ensure that colleagues are able to seek the appropriate level of support, should they need to. This includes:
- Access to MKCC Employee Assistance Programme and Health Champions.
- Health and Wellbeing Workshops.
- Quality supervision and reflective practice sessions.
- Clear career progression pathways and support for professional registration fees.
- Exceptional pension scheme and other benefits.
Personal Summary:
Applicants are encouraged to complete the personal summary section of the application. This is your opportunity to showcase your skills and knowledge.
*T&Cs apply
Main Responsibility
- Operate within a sound understanding and application of current legal frameworks including the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act.
- Provide professional leadership in cases and support unqualified workers in their practice.
- Stay abreast of developments in service delivery, best practice, and case law to ensure high standards of service.
- Assess the needs of adults, determine outcomes in partnership with the individual, and promote independence and well-being.
- Monitor and review support plans to ensure they meet identified needs.
- Maintain accurate case records and complete required reports within agreed timescales.
- Participate in regular supervisory meetings to ensure effective communication and informed decision-making.
The Ideal Candidate
- In-depth knowledge of legal frameworks such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Post-qualification experience as a Best Interest Assessor or Approved Mental Health Professional is desirable.
- For this role you are required to have a full UK driving licence and provide evidence of your vehicle insurance with business cover and use of a vehicle. If you are successful, you will be required to supply evidence of your licence prior to starting the role.
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Should you be offered the role, as part of the pre-employment checks an Enhanced DBS will be actioned for you (unless you are on the DBS Update Service).
Package Description
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28 days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32 days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
- Excellent pension – everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.
- A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support and a childcare subsidy.
- Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.
- Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.
Our roles are either designated ‘site based’ or ‘home based’. ‘Site based’ roles can include up to two days a week working from home whilst ‘home based’ roles are based at home four days a week. Of course, managers designate which category roles are in based on the needs of the service and the circumstances.
About The Organisation
Milton Keynes City Council is a large, modern and financially stable employer with around 2,500 people working across our eight areas. Together we provide local residents and businesses with a wide range of important round-the-clock services and aim to make our city a better place to live.
We work hard because of the demands placed on us, like protecting children from harm or preventing homelessness. However, working for the city is always rewarding and everyone has the opportunity to make a real difference.
We’re very proud of our diversity and are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Whatever your background, you will be welcome here if you share our values of being dedicated, respectful and collaborative.
We offer great training and support and because of the size and scale of the organisation there are always new opportunities to explore when it’s time for a new role.
If you’d like to know more about how we do things and what matters to us, take a look at our short booklet What makes us Milton Keynes City Council.
