An opportunity has arisen within the Social Work Team here at St Andrew’s Essex as a Social Care Assistant. 

 

Location:  Essex

Salary from £26,586 plus £1250 Essex Allowance Pro Rata per Annum (Depending on Experience)

Hours: Part Time 18.75 hours per week

 

The Charity

 

We are St Andrew's. We are a mental health Charity and our purpose is to inspire hope for those living with complex mental health needs.

We are looking to a future with less stigma, more community support, more research and education, and we aim to be at the forefront of inspiring real change. We want to ensure we can all live in a society where everyone with complex mental health needs is heard, valued and has hope for their future.

 

Come and join us, and support us to help people transform their lives.

 

St Andrew’s Healthcare Essex

 

At our Essex site, we provide patient centred care for both men and women with a personality disorder and/or mental health issues in a low secure and locked environment.

 

Your role with us

 

Joining our friendly social work team, you will be responsible to the Lead Social Worker and supervised by a Qualified Social Worker within the team.  You will hold a suitable Health and Social Care qualification or relevant experience within the Social Care setting, along with GSCE or equivalent award. There is an expectation that the post holder will seek to develop their skills in the specialist area.  Regular supervision is provided and opportunities for development in both social work and other related practice issues are provided and encouraged.

 

Rewards

 

We offer an excellent benefits package including: Pension; Sickness policy on par with the NHS; Access to the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts schemes; 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing after 10 years' service; Life cover; Electric Car lease scheme; Cycle to work scheme; Healthcare cash plan; Free parking; Paid DBS application; Access to free vocational qualifications. 

 

Our patients and your colleagues will expect you to live the St Andrew’s CARE values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence every single day.

 

Closing Date: Sunday 23rd February 2025