Adult Social Worker - Community Team

Cambridge County Council; March; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join their Adult Community Teams. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with complex needs. You will be responsible for conducting Care Act Assessments and Safeguarding Adult Enquiries, ensuring that service users receive personalized support. With opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive wellbeing package, this position promises a rewarding career in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about social justice and eager to empower individuals, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Wellbeing Package

Protected Time for CPD

Relocation Package

Pay Progression Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in completing Care Act Assessments and Mental Health Assessments.
• Ability to manage Safeguarding as part of Making Safeguarding Personal.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with care needs and their carers through evidence-informed assessments.
• Provide structured supervision to social workers and support complex case work.

Skills

Care Act Assessments

Mental Health Assessments

Safeguarding Adult Enquiries

Organizational Skills

Record Keeping Procedures

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Tools

IT Skills

Job description

Are you an experienced, enthusiastic, and registered Qualified Social Worker? An incredible opportunity awaits in our Adult Community Teams for both a full-time Social Worker with the Fenland Team and a 30-hour Social Worker with the East Team.

We are looking for committed professionals who thrive on making a difference. If you're ready for a new challenge, possess the skills to complete Care Act Assessments, Mental Health Assessments, and Safeguarding Adult Enquiries, and are passionate about empowering the people of Cambridgeshire - we'd love to hear from you!

Join our established team of passionate, enthusiastic, and committed Social Work and Social Care Practitioners. The Fenland Team operates from Hereward Hall in March, while the East Cambridgeshire Team is based at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely, Cambridgeshire.

You will be responsible for a caseload and will need to be experienced in completing Safeguarding Adult Enquiries, assessments, and reviews in a timely manner with older people. You should have experience of record keeping procedures, working as a member of a team, and possess very good organisational skills.

You will also be experienced in working to tight timescales and commissioning cost-effective, personalised support to meet the assessed needs of service users as part of the reviewing process. Managing Safeguarding as part of Making Safeguarding Personal is part of the role and this can be offered as a development opportunity for the post holder.

You would be joining our established team of person-centred, passionate, enthusiastic, and committed Social Work and Social Care Practitioners. You will provide structured, positive supervision to social workers and CCO, supporting complex case work.

You will be responsible for supporting the development of good, evidence-based practice, particularly in key areas such as risk enablement, safeguarding, the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Court of Protection work.

Ready to make an impact? Join our dedicated team of professionals in delivering exceptional care to the community!

For further information, please contact Jasmine Osbourne at 07393142462 or [e-mail], or Aleesha Lombardo at 01356 650581 or [e-mail].

The locations are Hereward Hall, County Rd, March, PE15 8NE, and Princess of Wales Hospital, Lynn Road, Ely, CB6 1DN.

Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our benefits

• A comprehensive wellbeing package covering all aspects of wellbeing, accessible to your family
• 6 days of protected time annually for Continuous Professional Development
• A relocation package of up to £8,000 (eligibility applies)
• A pay progression scheme to advance through the pay grade with experience and skills
• A Refer a Friend Scheme with a £350 introduction fee for successful referrals
• Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships, and coaching for personal and professional growth

For more details, see the benefits brochure attached to this advert.

What will you be doing?

Collaborate with partner agencies, including health professionals, to support adults with care and support needs and their carers.

Provide Strengths-Based, evidence-informed assessments and interventions that promote meaningful reviews.

Your work will empower service users to maintain independence, make informed choices, and retain control over their lives, whether in the community or in care settings.

Opportunities for professional development include becoming a Practice Educator or a Best Interest Assessor.

About you

Bring experience working with individuals with complex needs, and a solid understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant legislation.

Be experienced in IT, promoting independence, choice, and control for service users to live at home or in care settings.

If you:

• Are passionate about Social Justice and NHS Continuing Healthcare
• Are a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• Hold a full driver’s license and can travel independently across the county
• Are flexible and eager to learn

This is the role for you! For full requirements, see the Job Description & Person Specification.

About us

Cambridgeshire offers a diverse environment, from urban Cambridge to rural landscapes. Our values drive our culture and service delivery.

We promote diversity and inclusion, and are committed to a workplace that is respectful, supportive, and inclusive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss adjustments needed for the recruitment process.

Visit our careers page for more about our learning opportunities, benefits, and commitment to equality and diversity: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers