Job Introduction
Our friendly and supportive Older People’s Assessment Team is seeking a caring, practical, and dedicated Social Work Assistant to help local residents lead rich and fulfilling lives.
You’ll work alongside qualified Social Workers and Support Workers to provide high-quality personal care to people aged 65 and over, some of whom may have health needs such as Dementia/Alzheimer’s, or may be facing challenging circumstances.
Our offices are located at Civic and Assessment team workers role is based in the community, delivering support that spans initial assessments through to the provision and review of both short- and long-term care. We also carry out safeguarding and mental capacity assessments, investigate concerns—such as cases of self-neglect—and assist individuals in securing housing when needed.
You’ll assess individuals receiving our services to ensure care and support plans are promptly put in place, building on their strengths.
We’re committed to the development of all our employees. If you’re seeking a new role where you can expand your assessment skills, collaborate with a variety of health and social care professionals, and progress as a social worker, this is the team for you.
This is a site-based role
Interviews for this role will be held W/C 2 June
Milton Keynes City Council is a modern and friendly place to work. Find out more about working with us here: www.mkcounciljobs.org.uk
Main Responsibility
- Conduct strengths-based, person-centred assessments in line with the Care Act 2014 for individuals and their carers. Perform duty responsibilities and welfare checks.
- Apply relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals to meet individuals' needs.
- Manage a caseload with support from your line manager.
- Complete mental capacity assessments and best-interest decisions with guidance from your line manager.
- Balance the varying demands of your caseload, maintain accurate case records, and ensure timely completion of all required reports.
- Recognize risks, escalate concerns appropriately, and contribute to developing care plans with guidance and support.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous or current experience in social care.
- Understanding of adult safeguarding and the appropriate procedures for raising alerts.
- A valid driver's license and access to a motor vehicle.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to make informed decisions and demonstrate sound risk analysis.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with other professionals and agencies.
- A flexible approach and a willingness to develop professionally while empowering others.
For this role, the candidate is required to have a full UK driving licence, along with access to a vehicle. Evidence of the driving licence and vehicle insurance with business insurance will be required from the candidate should they be offered this position. Without this documentation the candidate will not be appointable.
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.
- Salary sacrifice car scheme – low-cost leasing of electric and low emission vehicles.
- Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.
Why join us? Along with more on our Benefits, discover why Working at the City Council could be the right move for you here Working at the Council | Milton Keynes
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.
