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About the JobSalary: £44,844 - £57,775 (market supplements included)Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Full time (37 hours per week), Hybrid WorkingLocation: Bognor Regis (County Hall, Chichester in the interim)Join our Assessment and Intervention team as a Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker, where you will be involved in delivering impactful, relationship-based interventions that contribute to improved outcomes for our children and their families.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a new way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have excellent specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, nurturing environment where successes are celebrated and individuals within the team are supported to grow and develop.Our Assessment and Intervention service is a fast paced, busy and supportive duty team completing child and family assessments, Section 47 enquiries, Child Protection and Child in Need work whilst planning for permanence from day one. Assessment and Intervention is at the forefront of continuing to produce the best outcomes for children and ensure they are safe, and their voice is heard within all the work we do. We ensure strong local links with our Early Help colleagues to promote local community support for children and families when social care no longer needs to be involved.How We Support YouAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including:<ul><li>an excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li><li>a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role</li><li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li><li>volunteering opportunities</li></ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About YouYou will be able to:<ul><li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li><li>Proactively work as a member of the team</li><li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li><li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li><li>Recognise limits of own accountability and responsibility and seek appropriate support and advice when needed.</li></ul>You will need:<ul><li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li><li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li><li>Evidence of at least two years experience post qualification working in the UK within front line operational practice.</li><li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes available.</li></ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05840. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Sarah Smith at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. For any issues or queries regarding the application process please contact Kerry Joad at .To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

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About UsWorking for us at West Sussex County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The Older People Mental Health Team (OPMH) team has a vacancy for a full time qualified Social Worker or Senior Social Worker. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work with the OPMH team, coordinating all aspects of Health and Social Care needs for users with severe and enduring mental health challenges.We embrace a strengths-based approach, working within a community-led support model that builds on the assets and strengths of both people and their local communities. Together, we'll focus on prevention, enablement, reablement and safety, to promote wellbeing and independence. We'll ensure that residents, families, and communities have the right support in place, and at the right time.We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We believe the best staff get the best outcomes.We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do, and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career.If this sounds like an interesting opportunity for you, why not join us and let's make a difference to our communities together!About The JobSalary: £39,862 to £42,839 per annum for grade 10 role or £44,075 to £47,181 per annum for grade 11 role Working Pattern: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: CrawleyThere is an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker /Senior Social Worker in the Older People's Mental Health Team in the Crawley to join the team. This is a well-established team consisting of 11 social workers and 2 assistant care managers. We work with customers with both functional and organic mental health difficulties in the community and acute inpatient wards. The team specialises in the most challenging areas within mental health therefore a good knowledge of mental health, statutory frameworks including Mental Health Act and DOLS is desirable. Four team members are Best Interest Assessors and 2 are approved Mental Health Professionals.The successful candidate will be working with colleagues in Sussex Partnership Trust including Dementia and older people's mental health teams, the Memory assessment teams and the Intensive Crisis team, as well as the functional mental health teams.This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding opportunity to make a real difference. As an allocated social worker, you'll deliver a statutory social work service to individuals accessing or in need of specialist mental health support. Your responsibilities will include assessment, planning, implementation, and review of care, alongside leading on specialist areas of service delivery. You'll play a key role in communicating developments to colleagues and supporting successful business change.What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Managing a caseload and working collaboratively with individuals and their family or friend carers.</li><li>Carrying out strengths-based assessments and reviews to identify eligible needs and personalised outcomes.</li><li>Developing and implementing support plans that promote wellbeing and deliver meaningful outcomes, making use of community assets and ensuring needs are met.</li><li>Working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, with regular supervision and a manageable workload aligned to your development.</li><li>Demonstrating ongoing professional learning through CPD and preparing to work towards a specialist post-qualifying award (e.g. Practice Educator, AMHP, or Best Interest Assessor).</li></ul>Your Contribution<ul><li>Providing informal supervision and mentoring to unregistered social care practitioners, students, and apprentices.</li><li>Building effective partnerships with internal teams and external agencies, including Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.</li><li>Representing the service professionally, with integrity and respect, ensuring safe and effective delivery to individuals with complex mental health needs.</li></ul>What You'll Bring<ul><li>A strong understanding of local health, voluntary, and private sector services.</li><li>Resilience and emotional awareness to manage complex cases, unpredictable risks, and safeguarding enquiries.</li><li>Commitment to staying up-to-date with legislation, policies, and professional standards, including those set by Social Work England.</li><li>There will also be a requirement for you to work flexibly to support customers, carers and families, sometimes out of normal office hours.</li><li>You will be required to travel county wide, including to locations that are not always easily accessible by public transport so it is desirable for you to have a driving licence.</li></ul>Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short-listing criteria):1. Ability to analyse and interpret complex people-related information and data in order to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision. Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes. 2. Ability to undertake direct work with those who access or need the service in order to support individuals. 3. Ability to remain up to date with key legislation and apply legislative requirements within social work practice. Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision. 4. Ability to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and a variety of external agencies in order to deliver the most effective service. 5. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and negotiate and persuade others to adopt a particular course of action. 6. Sound and accurate IT and keyboard skills.Qualifications (please cover within your application): * Degree in relevant professional or equivalent qualification e.g. Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Diploma in Social Work. * Registration with the relevant professional registration body and responsibility for maintaining registration with that body. * Approved Mental Health Professional (it is a requirement to have AMHP qualification or to be working towards the qualification to be complete within 2 years of appointment and to maintain level of knowledge). * Valid, full driving licence - DesirableFurther InformationFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Social Worker /Senior Social Worker - OPMH

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About Us
West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. If you're wondering why you should join us, it's because we offer a truly supportive culture-one that's second to none. Our employees are genuinely valued and respected, and we place a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
We have a real focus on strengths-based approaches and community-led support; both yourself and the team will be working hard to support people to regain their skills and independence following their hospital admission wherever possible.
This is a great opportunity to join us as an Senior Social Work Practitioner in our friendly Hospital Social Work Team that prides itself on their supportive culture. But don't take our word for it hear from the people who work in the team:
"After spending the majority of my social work career in community teams, I was excited, but also apprehensive to try Hospital Social Work. I knew the pace of work would be different and different pressures. I can honestly say that it has been a really positive experience for me. I have learnt so much in the last 18 months and really enjoy working closely with my health colleagues. The work is varied and interesting and no day is the same!" - Aimee
"This team has the best positive culture in any social work environment that I have ever worked in. The managers prioritise staff wellbeing and ensure that staff always feel valued, listened to, and contained. It is a busy team, but you never feel isolated or overburdened as the whole team helps each other and the manager is always available to offer direction and reflection on cases." - Liz
About The Job
Salary: Grade 12 £48,226 to £51,356 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: St Richard's Hospital, Chichester Interview Date: 8th, 11th or 12th December
Are you interested in working within a supportive environment, applying your social work skills to develop and implement support plans, and ensuring that eligible needs are met?
Please note that although the office base is at St Richard's Hospital this is a community role carrying out home assessments, and some hospital based work
In the hospitals, we are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with individuals and effectively into the future, building on good partnership working with health colleagues. You will need to work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. As a senior member of the team you will need to support and deputise for the Team Manager in their absence.
What You'll Be Doing
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<li>Supporting the Team Manager in day-to-day operations</li>
<li>Supervising and mentoring team members</li>
<li>Chairing Best Interest Meetings</li>
<li>Quality assuring assessments and reviews with a strengths-based focus</li>
<li>Promoting and supporting staff wellbeing</li>
<li>Contributing to complaint resolution and continuous service improvement</li>
<li>Holding your own case load</li>
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You will be a confident and empathetic communicator-capable of managing expectations, delivering difficult messages sensitively, and finding alternative solutions in line with our approach. Experience in a supervisory role (or strong foundations and training in supervision) is essential.
Experience and Skills
Please be advised you with be shortlisted on your response explaining how you meet the key skills listed.
Key Skills:
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<li>Solution focussed with the ability to analyse complex situations and provide forward thinking strategies and solutions that consider a variety of possible strength-based solutions, balancing risks, resources and desired outcomes.</li>
<li>Highly developed communication skills in order to influence in a multi-disciplinary setting and communicate clearly and effectively to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and negotiate and persuade others to adopt a particular course of action that they may not otherwise wish to take.</li>
<li>Ability to diagnose, research best practice development, analyse and interpret complex or technical information to make effective and robust judgements, and write reports which consider business implications and make articulate recommendations considering the broader impacts on the business.</li>
<li>Ability to think creatively, innovatively and laterally and to adapt to changing situations in a measured and flexible manner in order to tailor the advice.</li>
<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes, whilst prioritising workload and meeting deadlines.</li>
<li>Ability to be proactive in having up-to-date knowledge and understanding of changes in legislation and effectively lead and supervise others and to provide coaching and mentoring when appropriate.</li>
<li>A recognised social work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Diploma in Social Work.</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England and responsible for maintaining registration.</li>
<li>Expectation to undertake post-qualifying training in one or more specialised roles, i.e. AMHP, BIA and/or Practice Educator.</li>
<li>Knowledge of advanced theoretical social work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a range of complex issues.</li>
<li>Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload of safeguarding cases.</li>
<li>Experience of effectively coaching and supervising others, acting as practice role model and promoting exemplary practice.</li>
<li>Valid, full driving licence - Desirable</li>
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Further Information
For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.

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About the Role
Salary: £36,360 to £46,845 pro rata salary. £44,844 to £57,775 fte (inclusive of market supplement) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Part time, 30 hours per week - Hybrid working options can be discussed at interview. Location: Countywide
Interview dates: Monday 8th and Wednesday 10th December
'West Sussex is passionate about supporting children and families to achieve positive outcomes. I feel fortunate to work within a supportive and collaborative team, where everyone is committed to making a difference. My manager has been consistently encouraging and approachable, which has allowed me to grow in confidence and develop professionally. I genuinely enjoy being part of a team that values each other and works together to support those who need us most.' - Madlen, Social Worker in Family Safeguarding
 The role will specifically involve responding to new notifications when a private fostering arrangement is made for a child by assessing the needs of the child and suitability of a private foster carer and their home environment. You will have your own caseload of children subject of private fostering regulations, and any other intervention they need. You will also undertake the carer assessments and private fostering visits on children allocated to other social workers if their arrangements become private fostering and therefore the role will require good cooperation with the child's Social Worker to ensure that the placement is suitable for their needs and considers their wishes and feelings. These arrangements will need to be visited and reviewed as per statutory guidance to ensure that they continue to be suitable and safe arrangements for the child.
In this role, you will be actively involved in improving and promoting our private fostering service by ensuring that our responsibilities to children and their private foster carers are fulfilled in a timely way. You will be offering consultation and support to Social Workers across Children's Social Care to improve their identification of private fostering and raise awareness. There will be opportunities to develop and support training and be part of awareness sessions with the public/wider professional network.
This is real opportunity to develop practice, and we are seeking someone dynamic and passionate who wishes to complete good quality work with children and their private foster carers as well as striving to make this area of practice well promoted and effective for the children in these situations. It will be important that you are confident in your ability to work autonomously but you will also be well supported in undertaking this task and provided with regular supervision. Family Safeguarding is a whole family strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who may be in need of support or at risk of harm. We work with families with children aged 0-18years to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. For more information, please watch our video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4pKniRiw28" target="_blank">Family Safeguarding in West Sussex</a>.
How We Support You
At West Sussex County Council, we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:
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<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child &amp; Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>
<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>
<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>
<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>
<li>An excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>
<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>
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For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>
About You
Just some of the skills and experience you will need include:
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<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>
<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>
<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>
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<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>
<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>
<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>
<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>
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For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached.
About Us
Here at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.
That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.
For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.
Further Information
The reference number for this role is CAFHE06063. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Moira Keen at and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Private Fostering

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About UsAn opportunity has become available for an Assistant Care Manager who has enthusiasm, energy, drive, and commitment to join the fast-paced teams across West Sussex.Working for us at West Sussex County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. This is a great opportunity for you to join us as an Assistant Care Manager. You will act alongside our social work Team and health care colleagues responsible for delivering a statutory social work service to adults in the locality of West Sussex.About The JobSalary: £29,540 to £32,061 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Bognor Interview Date: 25th November✅Do you have experience within the Social Work sector?✅Are you passionate about providing quality care to the community?✅Do you want to #BeTheDifference?We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative new assistant care manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant difference to our service users lives, although challenging the rewards by far outweigh those challenges as you will always strive for a positive outcome. No two days will look the same; you'll be working in at various locations across the county with numerous colleagues and patients from all walks of life. You will need to take an organised approach whilst exercising your expertise with knowledge of policies and legislations to support those in need.But don't just take our word for it hear from some of the current Chichester &amp; Bognor Assistant Care Managers:"Our team is small but tight knit with people from different backgrounds so everyone brings something different and there's always someone you can ask when you need some help. I am neuro divergent and it's one of the first jobs I've been allowed to be who I am. Colleagues accept you for who you are and special adaptions in the workplace were normalised from the start, and after my whole life of having to make do and work arounds it is amazing.The best part of my job is the amazing people I meet, the different situations they are in and how I can help. We visit people when they are at their most desperate and they don't know where to turn, it's a joy to support, signpost and point them in the right direction and it's up to them to take the next steps with a little encouragement. If you are thinking about a career in social work this role will give you a big insight, and the best advice I can give is to come with a practical can do attitude and a willingness to learn" Debbie"I have been working as an ACM for little under 3 months. The role is very flexible with the opportunity to create your own dairy. There is a lot of joy in the role, being able to support individuals in getting the care they need is very rewarding. If work becomes overwhelming, there is an approachable and welcoming team right beside you. My role consists of visits in the community and writing assessments, some of which are similar to care plans. Some days we talk to individuals who would like some advice before an assessment". MonikaExperience and SkillsKey Skills:<ol><li>Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome. 2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines. 3. Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service. 4. Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.</li></ol>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul><li>GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy. * NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable * Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment. * Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting. * An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages. * Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.</li></ul>Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06042.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Emmy Birch (Team Manager) at . For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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