Sirona Medical Social Work department is currently seeking a qualified and motivated social worker to join the adoption on an agency basis.
About Us
The Sirona Medical Social Work department is a leading provider of social work services within the healthcare sector. We are dedicated to offering compassionate and high-quality care to Children/Adults and their families.
As part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you will have access to locum and permanent opportunities nationwide.
Sirona Medical Social Work department recruit Social Workers, ranging from entry-level positions to Head of Service.
Position Overview
We are currently looking for a qualified and motivated Social Worker to join our agency at Sirona Medical Social Work department. Working days in office - usually 1 day per week, but maybe 2 if there is a need since duty is done in the office. Wednesday preferably so that they can attend team meetings on alternate Weds. Maybe asked to attend for other meetings or events on occasions and needs to be able to respond and attend core hours with 24 hours notice - Visits will take up around 30% of their working time and this is on top of around six days a month in the office. Most of our SWs carefully plan their visits to minimise travel and some meetings can be online, in the final stages of pulling together an assessment where it is just practical issues to refine, but the standard is that face to face is best for the rapport building a and information gathering.
Caseload - This cannot be numerically quantified as cases have different levels of complexity but caseloads are viewed by staff to be manageable and are carefully monitored. Candidates are welcome to discuss more at interview Whilst we only require around 6 days a month in the office, we do not do the bulk our assessment work virtually, we expect social workers to meet in person with families. This means that it will be required that they can be in the Northamptonshire area to do visits with families regularly.
Qualifications
- BA Honors or Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Social Work England Registration
- Adoption experience required
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Full UK driver’s license and access to vehicle
- At least three years of post-qualifying experience employed directly within an LA children's service in England
Why Join Us?
Working within the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated team from your own designated compliance officer, Recruitment Consultant and seamless payroll team. We offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career.
How to Apply
If you are a qualified social worker looking to make a positive impact in the lives of Children and Families and Vulnerable Adults, apply today to become part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department. Please submit your CV and cover letter to socialwork@sirona-medical.co.uk or call on 0208 050 2999
If you are actively seeking work but this role does not align to your experience, please do not hesitate to contact one of the consultants at Sirona Medical Social Work department and one of our consultants would love to speak to you!
Please note that Sirona Medical Social Work department do not offer sponsorship opportunities.
