37 adult social worker jobs found

Adult Social Worker - 0-25 Transforming Care Team Location: Hertfordshire (Countywide) Pay: £32 per hour Role: Adult Social Worker - 0-25 Transforming Care Team About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the 0-25 Together Service within the Transforming Care Team. This role focuses on supporting young adults aged 18-25 with complex mental health needs who are at risk of hospital admission. You will work both remotely and from office locations across the county, so a full driving licence and access to a car are essential. Due to the nature of the work, we require a female social worker to support individuals living with trauma who may be triggered by male workers. Key Responsibilities: Complete Care Act and Capacity assessments. Undertake Community DoLs applications and prepare reports for court. Support transitions in and out of hospital admission. Carry out risk assessments and work within a multi-agency team including mental health services,...

Adult Social Worker Stockport Council – Bridgehall Community Team Up to £30ph Stockport Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Adult Social Worker to join our dedicated community team based at Bridgehall Community Centre. This is a vital full-time, community-based position where you will be an integral part of our ‘One Stockport’ approach, promoting independence, choice, and a ‘gloriously ordinary life’ for the adults we support. Key Responsibilities As a Neighbourhood Social Worker, your key duties will include: * Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Leading on complex safeguarding inquiries, risk assessment, and protection plans. * Care Act Assessments: Conducting thorough and timely needs assessments under the Care Act 2014, focusing on strengths and assets. * Support Planning: Co-producing robust and personalised support plans that maximise independence and reflect individual choice and control. * Multidisciplinary Working: Building strong, effective...

Qualified Social Worker – Scilly Isles – £40 - £45 Join 3D Recruit Intro: Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a truly unique opportunity? 3D Recruit is working with the Isles of Scilly to recruit an experienced Qualified Social Worker for their Children’s Early Intervention service. This rare island-based role offers excellent flexibility, stunning surroundings, and a strong work–life balance. Whether you’re looking for a fresh challenge or a complete change of scenery, we’ll help you secure the perfect fit! Perks of Working with 3D Recruit: Exclusive Role: This is a highly sought-after island post that is not advertised on public job boards. High Pay Rates: £40–£45 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35). Included Accommodation: Housing provided for the duration of your contract. Return Flight Paid: The manager offers 1 return flight home included. Flexible Travel: Open to every-other-week long weekends (Friday or Monday off) to support family time....

Social Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism Team Leicestershire County Council Up to £32 per hour Are you an experienced, committed, and passionate Registered Social Worker looking to make a significant, positive difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism? Leicestershire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our dedicated Learning Disabilities and Autism Team. We champion a person-centred, strengths-based approach to social care, focusing on enabling citizens to live independent and fulfilling lives within their communities. Key Responsibilities As a Social Worker in our team, you will ensure high-quality, outcome-based responses to all eligible citizens, with duties including: * Assessment and Planning: Providing appropriate responses or referrals within required timescales, adhering to organisational, policy, and legislative requirements, including the Care Act 2014 and eligibility guidelines. This...

Locum Social Worker – Hospital Team (5 Years Hospital Experience Required) Location: Central London Team: Hospital Discharge Team Pay Rate: £32 - £34 per hour (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Locum / Temporary Start Date: ASAP Full-Time Position Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to make a real impact in a dynamic hospital setting? Our client in Central London is seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join the Hospital Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals and families at a critical point in their care journey and be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team Key Responsibilities: * Undertake assessments under the Care Act 2014 to facilitate timely hospital discharges. * Work closely with health professionals, families, and community services to develop effective discharge plans. * Apply strengths-based, person-centred approaches to ensure positive outcomes for service users. *...

Deputy Director of Adult Social Services - Inside IR35 The Deputy Director of Adult Social Services (Deputy DASS) plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-performing, person-centred Adult Social Care in Haringey. As the Deputy DASS, the postholder will support the statutory DASS in fulfilling their responsibilities, acting as a key advisor and strategic leader across the Adult Social Care system. Their role will be to; Provide senior leadership and oversight to ensure continuity, resilience, and excellence in service delivery. Provide strategic oversight and support to the three Localities, cultivating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence. Through collaborative leadership and robust systems, they will enable consistent service delivery across localities, ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and organisational standards. Lead the client’s contribution to the Neighbourhood Health Service, embedding Adult Social Care...

Haringey - Deputy Director - Adult Services - £650 per day Intro: The Deputy Director of Adult Social Services (Deputy DASS) plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-performing, person-centred Adult Social Care in Haringey. As the Deputy DASS, the postholder will support the statutory DASS in fulfilling their responsibilities, acting as a key advisor and strategic leader across the Adult Social Care system. Their role will be to; Provide senior leadership and oversight to ensure continuity, resilience, and excellence in service delivery. Provide strategic oversight and support to the three Localities, cultivating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence. Through collaborative leadership and robust systems, they will enable consistent service delivery across localities, ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and organisational standards. Lead the Council’s contribution to the Neighbourhood Health Service, embedding Adult...

Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Social Work Team Manager within Adult Social Care in Truro UK, earning £41.61 hourly. Ongoing. Full-time. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic social work professional to lead and inspire a dedicated team committed to improving the welfare and safety of vulnerable adults. We are seeking someone who can boldly steer our Adult Social Care team towards achieving a sustainable future while also enhancing the lives of those we serve. Perks and benefits: One of the major perks of this locum role is the flexibility it offers, providing you with ultimate control over your work-life balance, allowing you to choose assignments that best fit your schedule and lifestyle. Additionally, working in this position offers the opportunity to expand your professional network, presenting fantastic chances to meet and collaborate with various health, housing, and police agencies. You will also gain access to a diverse range of...

Adults Social Worker North Lincolnshire Council Are you an experienced Adults Social Worker seeking a new challenge? We are currently recruiting for dedicated Adults Social Workers to join a busy and supportive Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Team with North Lincolnshire Council. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while working within a professional and rewarding environment. About the role As an Adults Social Worker you will be responsible for providing comprehensive assessments, reviews and support to adults with mental health needs and learning disabilities. You will work closely with clients, their families and multi-disciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans that promote independence and well-being. The ideal Adults Social Worker will be well-versed in care act assessments, MCA (Mental Capacity Act) BIA (Best Interests Assessments) and related documentation. Some court work may be involved,...

Locum Adults Social Worker – Home First Team Swansea City and County Council Location: Primarily Morriston Hospital with coverage at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon Swansea City and County Council is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Home First Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact by supporting adults during critical transition periods from hospital to home. The Home First Team plays a pivotal role in facilitating timely, safe and person-centred discharges from hospital settings back into the community. The team works collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time. You will join a supportive, experienced group of professionals committed to strengths-based outcome-focused practice. Role Overview: Based primarily at...

Family Support Worker Are you a passionate Family Support Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to work within a service based in Worcestershire. Pay Rates: £15.98 - £20.73 Umbrella Rate Information n the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5hours per week for 3 months initially. What you will be doing: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.   To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning...

4Recruitment Services are seeking  a Family Support Worker to work for our client based in Worcester. The role will require you to support children, young people and families where there is Child In Need Plan in place. As part of the job role, you will also be working with families where children are deemed to be on the edge of Local Authority care. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.  To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning processes. To...

Cardiff Council is seeking a dedicated Training and Development Officer – Adult Services to join our Social Care Workforce team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a skilled, competent and confident social care workforce, supporting both student social workers and qualified practitioners across the service. 🔹 About the Role In this role, you will support the delivery of professional development initiatives aligned with the Social Care Wales Workforce Development Programme. Working closely with the Training Manager, you will: * Coordinate, monitor and evaluate social care work placements * Support qualifying and post-qualifying social work programmes * Act as an Assessor for social work students and social workers * Oversee access to CPEL programmes for social work employees * Commission and support practice-based assessments in line with Council processes * Contribute to the First Three Years...

Child and Youth Justice Service Practitioner Location: Central and East Lancashire (Preston, Burnley, and surrounding areas) About the Role We are seeking a committed and professional practitioner to join our Child and Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will work within a multi-agency environment to support children involved with the youth justice system, with a focus on preventing offending, reducing re-offending, and lowering custody rates. You will manage a varied caseload of children in both community and custodial settings, ensuring high-quality assessment, intervention, supervision, and support. This role requires a practitioner who is resilient, child-centred and motivated to deliver high-quality work in line with the Youth Justice Board principles of Child First, Trauma-Informed and Restorative practice, and the Probation Service values of Purpose, Humanity, Openness and Together. Qualifications & Requirement Preference for a qualified Probation...

Our Client Cheshire West and Chester Council are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Adults Continuing Health Care Team. **Candidates need to be available for up to 4 days a week in the locality for face to face work** JOB PURPOSE: Within the framework of legislation, agreed County policies and procedures to work with or on behalf of individuals and families, to assist them to resolve their personal problems and adjust to or change their social environment in order to improve their quality of life. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assess the need for social work service including the identification of risk and the need for protection, determine the method of intervention, and decide and advise on the use of appropriate social services and/or other resources. Liaise and negotiate with other professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure that the best possible service is provided for clients. Manage and monitor an allocated workload within individual and...

Job Title: Assistant Team Manager Child Protection Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: Up to £45.00 (umbrella) Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. About the Role/Responsibilities: We are seeking a full-time Assistant Team Manager to join our Permanence Team. You will be an experienced, qualified social worker with a passion for supporting children in care and helping them achieve stability and long-term security. In this role, you will provide leadership and management support to the team, working alongside the Team Manager to ensure high-quality practice and effective supervision. You will: Supervise and appraise social...

Job Title: Home First Team, Social Worker (Adults) Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary, FT. (Possibility of temp to perm) Salary: £32.00 - £35.00 per hour Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The primary focus of these posts is to adopt a home first or discharge to assess way of working to support people in returning home from hospital safely and promptly. You will be an integral part of a successful partnership between health, social care, and our home, independence, and crisis support (HICS) team. What will you be doing? Ability and need to be able to attend all our acute and community hospitals across Dorset to support and facilitate discharge. Requirement to come...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) / Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) Are you an experienced IDVA or ISVA looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Belmont Recruitment is partnering with a private charity in Durham to recruit a dedicated professional for a 12-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence, empowering them to rebuild their lives in a safe and supportive environment. About the Role: You’ll provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to adults experiencing domestic or sexual violence. As a key point of contact, you’ll advocate on their behalf, ensuring access to the right services and pathways to recovery. Your responsibilities will include: * Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and developing tailored safety and support plans. * Providing emotional and practical support to survivors, both in crisis and throughout their recovery journey. *...