Tender

Social Worker (Safeguarding) x4 - 16 November 2022 (SJA)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Nov 2022 at 10:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has issued a tender for the provision of Social Worker (Safeguarding) services. The contract is valued at £42,624 GBP and falls under the services category. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period closing on November 23, 2022. The contract period is set to commence on November 28, 2022, and run until February 28, 2023, for a total of 3 months.

This procurement opportunity by the Sandwell Council presents a chance for qualified social work agencies to provide safeguarding services to residents of Sandwell. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and certifications, including an Enhanced Barring Adults DBS and registration with SWE (HCPC). The opportunity requires independent travel within Sandwell, and agencies must submit detailed cost information along with applications. The procurement process is being facilitated through the In-tend e-Tendering System, offering a straightforward method for interested parties to participate.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Social Worker (Safeguarding) x4 - 16 November 2022 (SJA)

Notice Description

Social Worker (Safeguarding) Rate of Pay: PS24.00 up to PS28.00 Per hour Hours: 37 hours per week, you are required to work the core hours of the business, Monday to Thursday 9.00-5.30 pm and Fridays 9.00-5.00pm. Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: Please include on CV, if candidates have their own laptop, car and mobile handset or not. Temporary Social Workers required in the Sandwell Safeguarding Adults Team. You are required to work the core hours of the business, Monday to Thursday 9.00-5.30 pm and Fridays 9.00-5.00pm. The safeguarding team is looking for a full time qualified, experienced and competent social worker to work in a busy safeguarding team. You will be required to support the team in responding to safeguarding referrals relating to our Sandwell residents. The safeguarding team is a busy team and you must demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and guidance, having applied safeguarding procedures in your practice. The candidate must hold a Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CQSW or Equivalent. An Enhanced Barring Adults DBS is required, and candidate must be SWE registered (HCPC). You must be able to travel around Sandwell independently and undertake visits at short notice as required. Ideally have access to a lap top and a spare mobile handset mobile (work SIM provided) to support current working from home arrangements. We require the position filled immediately thus immediate start. An Enhanced Barring Adults/Children's DBS is required for this role. This role falls inside of IR35. This role may require you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. If so, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates must be inclusive of all known costs. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-56f2b5d2-e282-4d4c-919d-3878b566a3df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0295cc2d-2d75-483a-9622-311f3d57540d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,624 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Nov 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Adams
Contact Email
sarah_adams@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 6100

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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