Grade: E
23-Month Fixed-Term Contract
37 Hours Per Week – Predominantly office based but there will be an opportunity for some flexible working.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Basildon Hospital Social Work Team. We are looking for a qualified Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England and with at least two years’ experience to join this supportive and highly skilled team. You will be working with adults with physical disabilities and people with impairments. Ensuring that the needs of Thurrock residents are met in a timely manner to facilitate safe hospital discharges.
You will become part of a very stable, award-winning team, where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service.
You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Health and Voluntary organisations.
The post will be 37 hours per week.
Adult Social Care has so much to offer you, and we look forward to seeing what you can offer Adult Social Care.
Essential Qualifications; Social Work qualification and be SWE registered
DBS: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this role.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Generous annual leave entitlement
Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
Ongoing training and professional development
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
Staff discounts and local offers
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Additiona Information
For an informal discussion please call Kerry Cannon or Jacey Davis on 01268 394749.
Advert Closing Date
Redeployment Only: 16th October 2025
Internal & External: 9th November 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
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Application Requirements
As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application.
If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications.
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n Why Thurrock?
Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Counciln
