Adult Social Worker - Neighbourhood Team

Bluetown; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker for a 24-month fixed term contract in Harlow. The role involves conducting assessments and safeguarding for adults, requiring strong communication and decision-making skills. Join a supportive team focused on innovative social care solutions and enjoy flexible working options and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Training and development through the Essex Social Care Academy

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing and counselling support

Lease car scheme

Relocation allowance up to GBP 8,000

Life assurance of three times your salary

Payment of professional fees for approved professions

Local Government Pension Scheme

Volunteering leave

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in Adult Social Care and current Social Work England registration.
• Ability to chair meetings with clients and multi-agency professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Care Act assessments, reviews, and adult safeguarding.
• Work closely with health, housing, and voluntary sector partners.

Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Risk Management

Relationship Building

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Job Title: Adult Social Worker – Neighbourhood Team

Salary: £37,185 to £50,081 per annum

Location: Epping and Harlow

Job Type: 24-month fixed term contract or secondment opportunity

Closing Date: 22nd May 2025

Interviews: 3rd June 2025

With us, you can achieve more - for yourself as well as the vulnerable adults you work to support. We're always looking for new ways to deliver even better services. Social Workers play an integral role in our preventative approach to Social Care. We encourage our multi-disciplinary teams to share ideas and experiences. We work together to get things done. Bring your positive, proactive attitude, and we'll empower you to make the most of your experience within Essex County Council (ECC) Adult Social Care services.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our West Essex Neighbourhood team, operating across Harlow and Epping. The team forms part of a Neighbourhood approach, working closely with partners in health, housing, and the voluntary sector.

The team works with adults aged 18 and above across all specialisms, undertaking duties such as assessments, reviews, mental capacity assessments, and adult safeguarding under the Care Act 2014.

The role involves conducting Care Act assessments, reviews, and safeguarding. The ideal candidate will reside locally to be responsive, possess knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Care Act, and have established experience in Adult Social Care.

This role offers hybrid working, with an expectation to be office-based at Goodman House in Harlow around 2 days per week, depending on business needs for collaborative team working and training.

About You:

You should be a qualified social worker post-ASYE with current Social Work England registration and substantial experience in Adult Social Care. You will bring significant social work experience, modeling best practices, and providing advice in complex situations. You should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance.

Experience in chairing meetings with clients, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals is essential. You should be able to develop strong relationships with partner agencies and the community to support vulnerable adults.

Additionally, you will need:

• Evidence of ongoing professional development and adherence to current standards
• Understanding of the financial implications of care packages
• Ability to make clear decisions, identify, and manage risks
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle or alternative mobility means, as travel around Essex and beyond is required

Please note, this vacancy is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs). If interested in future NQSW opportunities in West Essex, please complete an expression of interest application.

Why Join Us?

Join us to achieve more for yourself and the vulnerable adults you support. We value innovation and teamwork in our preventative social care approach. Bring your positive attitude, and we will empower you to grow within Essex County Council (ECC) Adult Social Care services.

What We Offer:

• Training and development through the Essex Social Care Academy
• Flexible working options
• Employee wellbeing and counselling support
• Lease car scheme
• Relocation allowance up to GBP 8,000
• Life assurance of three times your salary
• Payment of professional fees for approved professions
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Volunteering leave
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Networks for support and influence

Click the APPLY button below to start your application. Candidates with experience as Social Worker, Adult Social Worker, Supervising Social Worker, or related titles, may be considered.