Adult Social Worker
We are currently recruiting for six experienced Social Workers to join a fast-paced Adult Social Care service. We are looking for confident, experienced practitioners who can manage complex caseloads, work independently and deliver high-quality, person-centred assessments and reviews.
We have opportunities across three specialist areas:
1. Savings Project Social Workers – 2 Positions
We are looking for two experienced Social Workers to support a savings and transformation project within Adult Social Care.
These roles will suit practitioners who are confident working in a fast-paced environment, managing a high volume of work while maintaining quality and professional standards.
You will be required to:
- Undertake reviews, assessments and reassessments of individuals receiving care and support.
- Identify appropriate care and support solutions while considering opportunities for efficiencies and savings.
- Review existing packages of care and identify whether they remain appropriate and proportionate.
- Work closely with individuals, families, providers and other professionals.
- Complete accurate assessments, reviews and recording within required timescales.
- Make sound professional judgements based on risk, need and available resources.
- Manage a demanding caseload and meet project deadlines.
- Contribute to achieving agreed savings and service improvement objectives.
Experience of working on savings, transformation, efficiency or review projects within Adult Social Care is essential.
2. Learning Disability Social Workers – 2 Positions
We are looking for two experienced Social Workers with a strong Learning Disability background, including experience of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and court-related work.
You will be responsible for:
- Undertaking Care Act assessments and reviews for adults with learning disabilities.
- Completing complex assessments and developing appropriate care and support plans.
- Applying the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in practice.
- Completing mental capacity assessments and best-interest decision-making.
- Managing safeguarding concerns and identifying and managing risk.
- Working with families, advocates, providers and multi-disciplinary professionals.
- Supporting individuals with complex needs to achieve positive outcomes.
- Preparing high-quality reports and documentation for legal and court proceedings where required.
- Working in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local policies.
Previous experience working with adults with learning disabilities, MCA work and court/legal proceedings is essential.
3. Older People / Review & Reassessment Social Workers – 2 Positions
We are also recruiting for two experienced Social Workers with a background in Older People's Services and/or review and reassessment work.
You will:
- Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews and reassessments.
- Review existing care and support packages to ensure they remain appropriate to the individual's needs.
- Identify changes in circumstances, risks and support requirements.
- Work with individuals, families, carers and other professionals to develop person-centred plans.
- Consider alternatives and community-based support where appropriate.
- Complete safeguarding assessments and risk management where required.
- Liaise with care providers, health professionals and other partner agencies.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of assessments, reviews and decisions.
- Manage a caseload effectively and work to statutory and service timescales.
Experience within Older People's Adult Social Care and/or significant experience undertaking reviews and reassessments is required.
About You
For all positions, you will need:
- A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
- Significant experience working within Adult Social Care.
- Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and relevant adult social care legislation.
- Experience undertaking assessments, reviews and care planning.
- The ability to manage a caseload independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent assessment, analytical and recording skills.
- Strong communication and partnership-working skills.
- The ability to make sound professional decisions and manage risk effectively.
- A commitment to person-centred practice and achieving positive outcomes for adults.
These are excellent opportunities for experienced Social Workers who are confident practitioners and can quickly integrate into a busy Adult Social Care service.
If you have the relevant experience and are available for a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.