Adult Front Door Social Worker

Leaders in Care; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 41.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Weekly check-ins

Dedicated contact

Onboarding guidance

Zusammenfassung

Leaders in Care is recruiting an Adult Front Door Social Worker to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Cheshire. This locum role places you at the first point of contact for adults seeking support, using professional judgment to identify risks, explore strengths, and decide next steps.

You’ll screen referrals, clarify needs, assess safeguarding concerns, and connect adults with appropriate services.

Qualifikationen

• Strong communication skills
• Experience in Adult Social Care
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005

Aufgaben

• Screen and triage incoming referrals and clarify presenting needs
• Identify safeguarding concerns and assess risk
• Connect adults with appropriate services and support

Kenntnisse

Communication

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Jobbeschreibung

£35 per Hour | Flexible/Hybrid Working | 36 Hours per Week

Enjoy fast-paced decision-making and helping people get the right support from the very first conversation?

We’re recruiting an Adult Front Door Social Worker to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Cheshire. This locum opportunity puts you at the first point of contact for adults seeking support, using your professional judgement to identify risks, explore strengths, and determine what needs to happen next.

Why this role stands out

• £35 per hour, with a 36-hour working week
• Flexible/hybrid working, supporting a better work-life balance
• An opportunity to contribute to a developing service, bringing your experience and ideas
• Varied front door work, drawing on your assessment, safeguarding, and decision-making skills
• Multidisciplinary collaboration, with colleagues across social care, health, housing, and community services

The role

You’ll screen and triage incoming referrals, clarify presenting needs, and identify when urgent intervention or further assessment is required. Through strengths-based conversations, you’ll explore existing support networks, offer information and advice, and connect adults with appropriate services. You’ll also identify safeguarding concerns, assess risk, and make clear, proportionate decisions informed by the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.

What you’ll need

• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Current Social Work England registration
• Relevant Adult Social Care experience
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and adult safeguarding procedures
• Confidence prioritising referrals, recognising risk, and making defensible decisions
• Strong communication skills and the ability to gather essential information sensitively and efficiently

About the team

You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across Adult Social Care and partner agencies, helping adults navigate their options and access the right level of support. It’s a role where clear communication and sound professional judgement can make an immediate difference.

Why work with Leaders in Care?

• Weekly check-ins and ongoing support throughout your placement
• A dedicated point of contact to discuss your role and any concerns
• Guidance throughout the recruitment and onboarding process