Adult Social Worker

Service Care; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Care Solutions, recruiting for Birmingham City Council's Adult Social Care, seeks an Adults Safeguarding Social Worker / Senior Social Worker. Hybrid 35 hours weekly with office attendance as advised.

You will manage complex cases, lead safeguarding investigations, and work with partners to promote independence and safety for vulnerable adults. Requirements include SWE registration, 2+ years in Adult Social Care, and knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration is required.
• Minimum 2 years' permanent experience within Adult Social Care.
• Experience of safeguarding adults and undertaking statutory interventions.
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of adults with complex needs.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014.
• Undertake assessments, support planning and mental capacity assessments.
• Lead safeguarding investigations and attend strategy meetings.
• Ensure outcomes through person-centred practice and partnership working.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Adult safeguarding experience

Caseload management

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Adults Safeguarding Social Worker / Senior Social Worker Birmingham City Council Service Care Solutions are recruiting experienced Adults Safeguarding Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join Birmingham City Council's Adult Social Care service.

Pay Rates

Social Worker - £28.40 per hour Umbrella

Senior Social Worker - £31.97 per hour Umbrella

Working Pattern

35 hours per week

Hybrid working

Office attendance required as advised by the service

About the Role

Working within a busy Adults Safeguarding Team, you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of adults with complex needs, carrying out safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014, undertaking assessments, support planning, mental capacity assessments, and working closely with partner agencies to reduce risks and promote independence.

You will play a key role in protecting vulnerable adults, leading safeguarding investigations, attending strategy meetings, and ensuring effective outcomes through person-centred practice.

Essential Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• Minimum 2 years' permanent experience within Adult Social Care
• Experience of safeguarding adults and undertaking statutory interventions
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014 , Mental Capacity Act 2005 , and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay rates
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to work for one of the largest local authorities in the UK
• Supportive team environmentImmediate starts available