--- title: "Social Worker (DB/AT) 10 December 2021" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-12-10" --- # Social Worker (DB/AT) 10 December 2021 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4845b6d9-d50f-4029-8f0e-5a60d5c32b72.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting a tender for the role of Social Worker, with the opportunity published on 10 December 2021. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on the supply of personnel, including temporary staff. The tender period is open until 15 December 2021, and the contract is set to commence on 20 December 2021, lasting for a duration of 12 weeks. Bidders should be prepared for home-based work mainly in Sandwell, West Midlands, where timely hospital discharges and support for independent living are key service objectives. Interested organisations must submit their proposals via the In-tend e-Tendering System to be considered for this opportunity. This tender provides significant opportunities for agencies that specialise in social work, particularly those with a strong pool of qualified social workers who have over two years of post-qualification experience. The role requires agility and efficiency in service delivery, making it suitable for businesses that can offer experienced personnel capable of immediate deployment. Companies that can also provide evidence of compliance with Covid-19 regulations, including vaccination proof, will be essential competitors in this procurement process. The contract value is set at £24,864, making it an appealing opportunity for agencies looking to expand their service offerings within local government contracts. ## Notice Social Worker Rate of Pay: 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: We are looking for a full time Agency Social Worker to work across Adults Social Care with more than 2 years post qualifying experience. The social workers will be deployed across the 6 community social work teams and must be able to hit the ground running. The service aims to improve the outcomes of residents in Sandwell by; * Enabling/facilitating timely discharges from hospital * Monitoring and facilitating timely discharges from intermediate care provisions * Offering alternatives to hospital admissions * Supporting people to return to independent living. * Complete work in a timely manner/& adhere to deadline, timescales and Sandwell Policies and Procedures You will be required to work as part of a team and deliver an enhanced customer experience that promotes the wellbeing of vulnerable adults to enable them to live in their own homes independently for longer, supporting them in retaining and regaining their skills and confidence. You will need to be social work qualified and hold either the degree in social work, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England. An Enhanced DBS will be required for these posts. Hours 37 hours per week and required to work the core hours of the business, Monday to Thursday 9.00-5.30 pm and Fridays 9.00-5.00pm. The location is currently home-based working; however, you will be required to complete some home/community visits in Sandwell following a dynamic risk assessment of the needs of the visit. Access to own lap top and mobile phone would be beneficial and candidates need to be readily available to start. Please see JD and PS attached. This role also requires the worker to enter a CQC regulated setting, therefore proof of the Covid 19 Vaccine 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... 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/848b608c-d8c8-4c97-9c97-b5326c80f6a7 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Dec 2021 - 20 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £24,864 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 10 Dec 2021 at 15:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/848b608c-d8c8-4c97-9c97-b5326c80f6a7 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/848b608c-d8c8-4c97-9c97-b5326c80f6a7 10th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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