Social Work Assistant (Enhanced) x2

Job Posted: 9 May 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Grade 9, £33,367 to £36,325 per annum (£27,054.32 to £29,452.70 pro rata)
• Industries: Social Work

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? We have two fantastic opportunities for Social Work Assistants (Enhanced) to join our Localities team within Adult Social Care.

 1 x 37 hours per week

1 x 30 hours per week

This is a dynamic role supporting individuals and helping them have independence through strength-based care and collaborative planning

As an Enhanced Social Work Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with individuals, helping them transition back to independent living.
• Conduct strength-based assessments and care planning that promote autonomy, choice, and dignity.
• Support carers and family members, offering advice, guidance, and Carers Assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and departmental recording policies to maintain high standards of care.

This role will allow you to work in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team focused on delivering high-quality care that puts people first.   You will enjoy a varied and agile working role that allows you to build meaningful relationships and shape positive outcomes for individuals and their families.  You will be a dedicated professional who will join a rota to help provide vital emergency and crisis support to Island residents outside of core business hours. In this role, you’ll also mentor and coach newly qualified and junior staff, helping them grow and develop their expertise. As a trusted point of escalation, you’ll share your knowledge and experience to guide other Social Work Assistants across the department, supporting career progression and professional development. Additionally, you’ll take the lead in reflective practice sessions, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. What we are looking for:

• Passionate individuals who are committed to improving lives through person-centred care.

• Strong communicators who can work collaboratively with healthcare teams, families and the wider community.

• Have an NVQ3 in Care or equivalent qualification or demonstratable experience in the care sector (working with vulnerable adults in a senior position within a registered provider setting or day care) or equivalent experience.

• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving, with an understanding of The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act and Data Protection Act.

• The role involves travel all over the Island. Being able to drive and access to own vehicle is essential.

What we offer:

If you're ready to take the next step in your social care career, apply today and become part of a team that truly makes an impact!

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Rachel McCleaveat 01983 821000 ext. 6018 or email [email protected]

Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!

• Local Government pension scheme

• Discounted Solent ferry travel

• Island bus network discount

• Cycle to work scheme

• Staff parking permit scheme

• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership

• National and local discounts & benefits schemes

• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)

• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

Find out more about working for the Isle of Wight Council and living on the Island.

The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.

The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination and this is supported by the Unacceptable Behaviour Policy, Employee Code of Conduct and Behaviours Framework. We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and we provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees.

The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council is an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.

The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.

Out of Hours Standby and Call Out. You may be asked to provide support in exceptional circumstances, outside of usual business hours. Unless stated otherwise in the job summary for the role this is not part of the department’s usual standby arrangements.

If you have difficulty completing your online application or need further information about how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected]  Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.

We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.