Adult Social worker

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.