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Job Description Salary: £45,624 - £52,038 per annum Grade: F Permanent&nbsp;Contract 37 Hours per Week &nbsp;An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Adult Safeguarding&nbsp;Team. We are looking for a social worker with 2 years post qualifying experience in Adults Social Care to work in this highly skilled team as a Senior Practitioner and Best Interests Assessor (or willing to undertake this training). You will be working with Adults who have been referred to the team due to concerns about safeguarding. You will be expected to cover safeguarding duty; complete initial information gathering and signpost when concerns are received; complete s42 safeguarding enquiries; participate in safeguarding strategy meetings; and complete Best Interests Assessments under DOLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) (once qualified as a BIA). You will work closely with colleagues in other departments and wider agencies in order to safeguard vulnerable adults.The team is busy, but every case is different, and you will be able to draw on a wealth of knowledge and experience from your safeguarding team members, as well as our wider teams. We have adopted the Community Led Support Approach, and all our teams work as one big team, in a person-centred way, with the focus being on building on the strengths of the person and the community around them. Working from home or our community hubs and flexible working is encouraged and supported; this is definitely not an office job, and we guarantee that you will enjoy this innovative way of working!Adult Social Care at Thurrock Council has so much to offer you, and we look forward to see what you can offer Adult Social Care.The post will be 37 hours per week on a permanent contract. We currently offer a retention allowance for those who successfully complete their probation period and remain in employment with us. Other employee benefits are available and can be discussed further at your interview. For an informal discussion please call Dianne Ryan on 07872 009981 or Elmari Bishop on 07872 009804.Please note – we will only accept fully completed applications forms, which includes full education and work history. Your personal statement needs to evidence that you meet the essential skills, knowledge and experience as set out in the job description. You MUST have the following: &nbsp;<ul> <li>A social work qualification;</li> <li>Current registration with Social Work England;&nbsp;</li> <li>2 years post qualifying experience as a Social Worker in Adult Social Care; and&nbsp;</li> <li>Evidence of post graduate qualifications (e.g. Practice Assessor, AMHP or BIA training) to be considered for an interview.</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this role.Advert Closing Dates:Redeployment Only: 9th October 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 31st October 2025 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EZs2AsQj8rxMiZ7Ktu32ABgBrw3IAueUiTxglxe-nKFapg?e=BEzhre" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Senior Practitioner - Adults Safeguarding & Intervention Team

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Safeguarding &amp; DOLS Support Worker Salary:&nbsp;£29,253 - 32,736 (pro-rata if part time) Grade:&nbsp;C&nbsp; Contract Type:&nbsp;Fixed Term&nbsp;12 months Working Hours:&nbsp;37 hours per week&nbsp; The Safeguarding &amp; DOLS Support Worker will be a member of Thurrock Council's Safeguarding &amp; Legal Intervention Team. They will provide high level administrative support to ensure that the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) service runs efficiently to meet statutory obligations and legal requirements, as well as supporting the Adult Safeguarding Team.&nbsp; As a&nbsp;Safeguarding &amp; DOLS Support Worker, you will&nbsp;be responsible for:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Supporting the DOLS Coordinator &amp; Deputy Manager with the day to day running of the service</li> <li>Ensuring allocation processes are following in line with timescales</li> <li>Be one of the first points of contact for the Safeguarding &amp; Legal Intervention team</li> <li>Overseeing all DOL referrals in line with process to ensure that Adults systems &amp; waiting lists are updated accurately</li> <li>Use a wide variety of Microsoft applications including Word &amp; PowerPoint &nbsp;</li> </ul> What&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;Looking For&nbsp; We’re&nbsp;looking for someone who has:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills</li> <li>Exceptional attention to detail</li> <li>Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload</li> <li>Ability to solve problems</li> <li>Ability to keep accurate records</li> </ul> Essential qualifications:&nbsp;please refer to the Job Specification for further information DBS Check: Not Required for this post.&nbsp; Benefits of Working with Us At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)&nbsp;</li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development&nbsp;</li> <li>Employee&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme and wellbeing support&nbsp;</li> <li>Staff discounts and local offers&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive working environment&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;20th October 2025 Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;2nd November 2025 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Leanne Dunnage - Deputy Manager: Systems &amp; Processes&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ldunnage@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">ldunnage@thurrock.gov.uk</a> / 01375 659810 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWhS7SMCyJJAgHCIgxXTOecBXLGyWaTcfDKAzervMs1z0g?e=GiaGy2" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Safeguarding and DOLS Team Support Worker

Job Description Job Title:&nbsp;Support Planner – Caring For Thurrock Salary:&nbsp;£33,531&nbsp;– £38,052&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;(pro rata if part-time)&nbsp; Grade:&nbsp;D Contract Type:&nbsp;4 Year Fixed Term&nbsp;Contract x2 Working Hours: 37 per week An opportunity has arisen for a Support Planner to work within Caring For Thurrock. The role is to work alongside team members who are responsible for managing the staff and service users within the service. Caring for Thurrock is the internal care department of Thurrock Council Adult Social Care and is responsible for provision of Care for Thurrock residents. The team is a Multi Disciplinary Team working alongside colleagues within the Health Service in providing long term and reablement care to service users within Thurrock. The team&nbsp;is about&nbsp;responsive social care&nbsp;support that creates&nbsp;opportunity for vulnerable people to come together with their community to explore opportunities and outcomes, while providing support&nbsp;that is committed to safeguarding the most vulnerable. &nbsp;&nbsp; As part of the Caring For Thurrock team&nbsp;you will be working in a way that is responsive and proportionate, working&nbsp;with people to achieve their outcomes using their strengths and their community creativity, linking people with their communities focusing on ‘what matters&nbsp;rather than what’s the matter’.&nbsp;You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in other departments, health, community partners and agencies in order to meet the care and support needs, and outcomes for our residents.&nbsp; Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care.&nbsp; <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.</li> <li>Flexible working to enable work life balance.</li> <li>Reflective supervision and management support</li> <li>Excellent training and development opportunities</li> </ul> A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced plus barred level is required for this role – at no extra cost. Our vision – An ambitious and collaborative community which is proud of its heritage and excited by its diverse opportunities and future. Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. Important Dates&nbsp; Closing Date (Redeployment Only):&nbsp;11/09/2025&nbsp; Closing Date (Internal &amp; External):&nbsp;28/09/2025&nbsp; Interview Date: TBC Additional Information&nbsp; If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:&nbsp; Kayleigh Arthurton <a href="mailto:KArthurton@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">KArthurton@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EcQR45M1371Cjg93rQm5mrUBLVN3eRpI7t7IeSldzedxGg?e=zgdlv4" target="_blank">Support Planner JD &amp; PS.pdf</a> Application Requirements&nbsp;-&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all Safeguarding roles.&nbsp;Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under&nbsp;Miscellaneous Documents&nbsp;as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;





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