Adult Senior Social Workers

Suffolk County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk County Council seeks Senior Social Workers for various locations in Adult Social Care. This role focuses on supporting vulnerable adults via multidisciplinary teamwork and managing complex cases. Applicants must have significant social work experience and relevant qualifications. Join us for a rewarding career with a structured development pathway.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Membership of the LGPS pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development opportunities

Performance-related pay progression

Qualifications

• Significant social work experience in Adult Social Care.
• Valid driving license and access to personal transport.
• Understanding of financial aspects of care packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseloads and support colleagues.
• Develop relationships with partners to improve care outcomes.
• Conduct assessments and safeguarding for vulnerable adults.

Skills

Social Work

Relationship Building

Decision Making

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified, registered social worker

Completed Assessed and Supported Year in Employment

Job description

Suffolk County Council - Various locations across Suffolk

• £38,925 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Plus retention payments for 2, 3, and 5 years of service: £1,000, £1,500, and £2,000
• Full-time and Part-time hours available
• Permanent

We are recruiting countywide for Senior Social Workers in Adult Social Care.

Join Suffolk to enjoy a rewarding career supporting vulnerable adults. Our social workers play a key role in our preventative approach, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver excellent services. We value your ideas and experience, encouraging a positive and proactive attitude.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Senior Social Workers demonstrate expertise in complex situations, managing own caseloads, supporting colleagues, and advising on practice standards. Experience in developing relationships with partners and other agencies to improve outcomes is essential.

What you will need

You should have significant social work experience, be a qualified, registered social worker with completed Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, and have evidence of ongoing professional development. An understanding of the financial aspects of care packages and the ability to make clear, risk-aware decisions are also required. A valid driving license and access to personal transport are necessary.

View the full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed, apply—even if you do not meet all requirements. We welcome your application.

The team

We have multiple posts:

• The Willows: supporting adults with mental health issues in Later Life, managing hospital discharges, and conducting aftercare reviews.
• Bury Town: serving adults in Bury St Edmunds, conducting assessments, safeguarding, and review of care plans.
• Waveney: part of the Great Yarmouth and North Suffolk Integrated Care Board, focusing on integrated health and social care, with occasional travel to support discharge processes.

About us

Our staff are our greatest asset. We provide IT and devices for flexible working, and operate a strength-based practice model. We are committed to transforming Adult Social Care through our 'People at the Heart of Care' programme, putting people at the centre of their care choices.

Career development

We support your career growth with a structured development pathway, including at least six protected days for professional development and maintaining registration with Social Work England.

Empowering Everyone

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our workforce. Find out more in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

To find out more

Contact Beverly Chambers via email at [e-mail] or call [phone]. Visit our Social work in Adult Social Care careers pages (careers.suffolk.gov.uk).

Sponsorship may be available for UK-based applicants.

How to apply

1. Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
2. Click 'Apply Now' to start your application.
3. Upload a CV without personal details; supporting documents should be PDF or Word.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or 03456 014412. Adjustments can be requested at any stage.

Closing date: 7 July 2025, 11:30 pm

Interview date: 21 July 2025

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid

We offer a wide range of careers and flexible working options to support your needs. Join us to make a positive impact and reimagine possibilities.

• Up to 29 days annual leave (pro rata), plus holidays and volunteering days
• Membership of the LGPS pension scheme
• Benefits for travel, health, and wellbeing
• Performance-related pay progression and annual cost-of-living increases
• Training and career development opportunities
• Diverse staff networks and flexible working from day one

For more about our benefits and values, visit our Suffolk County Council careers page.