Job Description

We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to come and join the Physical Disability and Older People (PDOP) Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council (RBC). Wherever you are in your own career journey, were committed to offering the support and development you need. Working as a Social Worker in PDOP you will be part of a friendlyand supportive team, where development and training are encouraged. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users and health care providers.Main duties of the jobAbout the Team:The PDOP Team works closely with other teams here at RBC who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care. The PDOP team forms part of the Living Well Service of ASC where the Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) team are also members.PDOP is a multi-disciplinary team comprised of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Social Care Co-ordinators we provide the next step in assessment and support planning to people who are 18 years and over and have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years old.Team VisionTo maximise the quality of life of Reading residents who have a long-term physical disability or are over 65 years of age and have care act eligible needs using a strength based and problem solving approach.About the Role:The team is focused on supporting people who require unplanned reviews of their existing care and support or have been identified by the Advice and Well Being Hub in need of ongoing care and support. We also undertake S.42 safeguarding enquiries and BIA assessments and carry out various legal undertakings in partnership with the Joint Legal Team.We operate and adhere to the legal framework for adults; Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, DoLS, 2008 (and where appropriate Mental Health Act 1983 (2007), to work with people in a strengths-based way to; promote wellbeing, rights and independence, prevent the need for care and bring about timely interventions with positive outcomes.About usOur offerA competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave
• Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay
• A wide range of flexible working opportunities
• Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,
• Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work
• Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
• Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.

Closing date: Applications reviewed upon submissionInterview date: To be confirmedIf you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Pip Durant (PDOP Team Manager) on 07815 701 876 or pippa.durant@reading.gov.ukDate posted17 April 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryxc2xa334,314 to xc2xa344,708 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberF0037-DAC0565Job locationsCivic OfficesBridge StreetReadingBerkshireRG1 2LUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required.

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Please see the attached job description and person specification for a Social Worker to find out more about the duties required.

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