Social Worker MHSOP

We are looking for a MHSOP Social Worker to join our Adult Care Service, supporting older people and adults with a physical disability.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

Based within the Dales Locality, you will work within a multi‑disciplinary team to complete assessments of need and care plan for older people and adults with a physical disability. You will ensure that services are delivered, monitored, and reviewed in accordance with the agreed care plan. We encourage you to contact Angela Craggs, Locality Team Manager, email View email address on click.appcast.io to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

To be successful in this role, you will need experience of working within Adult Social Care together with an up‑to‑date knowledge of multi‑agency working and the associated adult care agenda. You will need a Degree in Social Work or equivalent (eg. Dip SW, CSS or CQSW) plus Social Work England registration. Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held 23rd July 2026. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website. Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

HYBRID WORKING

Durham County Council currently operates a hybrid working policy where a model of 2 days in the workplace and 3 days at home/remote will apply. This model is pro‑rated for part‑time roles and arrangements are at managers discretion, alternatively you can work all of your contracted hours within the workplace if you prefer.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process. Take a closer look.

HOW TO APPLY

We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent. Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website. If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email View email address on click.appcast.io. All correspondence relating to your application will be sent from View email address on click.appcast.io. Kindly check your spam/junk folder regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates.

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Company: Durham County Council Salary: £35,412 – £39,152 / £40,777- £45,091 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) i.e. grade 9 pre progression/grade 11 post progression (Pay Award Pending) Location: Durham, Durham Sector: Health and Social Care Sector: Social Care Job Role: Social Worker #J-18808-Ljbffr Kirklees Metropolitan Council