About the Role
Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their dedicated 0-25 Transition Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support young people as they move from Children's Services into adulthood, ensuring they receive the appropriate support, assessments, and services to achieve positive outcomes.
Working within Adult Social Care, you will support young people aged 18-25 while building relationships from age 16 onwards, helping them and their families navigate the transition process.
Location: Sand Martin House, Peterborough
Rate: £34 per hour (Umbrella rate)
Contract: Temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week
Office Requirements: 2 days office-based (Monday mandatory) and 3 days home working
Key Responsibilities
- Complete Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews.
- Undertake Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and Best Interest decisions where required.
- Complete Court of Protection Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (COP DoLS) and MCA-related work.
- Support multidisciplinary teams in determining eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Assist young people and families in accessing services, support, and community activities.
- Provide advice, advocacy, and guidance throughout the transition journey.
- Travel independently across locations, including occasional out-of-county visits.
About You
- Social Work qualification and relevant professional registration.
- Experience within a Transition Team and/or Adult Social Care Team.
- Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014.
- Knowledge of Children Act 1989 legislation.
- Understanding of SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
- Understanding of the National Framework for Children and Young People's Continuing Care (2016).
- Experience supporting young people transitioning from children's to adult services.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and partnership-working skills.
- A person with both legislative experience of Children's and Adults will be beneficial to the Team.
- Ability to travel independently for work purposes.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives at a critical stage of their development. You'll be part of a supportive and specialist team focused on delivering high-quality transition services and positive outcomes for young people and their families.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
