Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Social Worker

The closing date is 18 July 2025

Job summary

To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team assessing social needs on an individual and group basis for people with learning difficulties and/or autism who are currently accessing services from Amber Lodge Low secure unit.

Main duties of the job

  • Communicates effectively in an MDT setting and promotes strengths based human rights-based practice and the social model of Learning disabilities/mental health. Is adapt at communicating internally and across organisations in relation to safeguarding both in terms of child protection, vulnerable adults and complex cases.
  • Regularly communicates with a wide range of other statutory and voluntary sector professionals. Produces reports for legal processes as part of duties in respect or the Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
  • Is able to assess and manages risk, support in relation to personal budgets, home care and where required undertake referrals and admissions to care, using a strengths-based approach to assisting those who use care and support services to meet their goals.
  • Support and provide information and assessment to carers.
  • Understands the needs of those accessing Amber Lodge
  • Undertakes strength based assessments of individuals social care needs within a legislative and governance framework.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

376-DCGM-0199

Job locations

Amber Lodge

Tickhill Road Hospital Site

Balby

DN4 8QH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Social Work (DipSW, BA Hons, BSc Hons, MA or equivalent qualification).
  • ASYE or Equivalent Experience
  • Practice Educator / Experience of Supporting
  • Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development (PQ Framework or equivalent).
  • Registration with professional body - Social Work England

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience people with learning disabilities/Autism
  • Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act
  • Demonstrable experience of undertaking assessment of needs for individuals who have complex health and social care needs including assisting service users access direct payments and individualised budgets.
  • Experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Social Work (DipSW, BA Hons, BSc Hons, MA or equivalent qualification).
  • ASYE or Equivalent Experience
  • Practice Educator / Experience of Supporting
  • Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development (PQ Framework or equivalent).
  • Registration with professional body - Social Work England

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate demonstrable experience working with people with lived experience people with learning disabilities/Autism
  • Experience of undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act & Mental Capacity Act
  • Demonstrable experience of undertaking assessment of needs for individuals who have complex health and social care needs including assisting service users access direct payments and individualised budgets.
  • Experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Amber Lodge

Tickhill Road Hospital Site

Balby

DN4 8QH


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Amber Lodge

Tickhill Road Hospital Site

Balby

DN4 8QH


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Rachael Deakin

rachael.deakin@nhs.net

03000212878

Details

Date posted

04 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

376-DCGM-0199

Job locations

Amber Lodge

Tickhill Road Hospital Site

Balby

DN4 8QH


Supporting documents

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