Adults Social Worker - Access Team

Randstad Care AS; Redcar; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Care AS is seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Adults Access Team in Redcar and Cleveland. You will lead triage, assess needs and potential risks, and coordinate with health and social care partners to deliver timely, person-centered support under statutory duties.

Successful candidates will have strong knowledge of Care Act 2014 and MCA 2005, excellent communication, and a commitment to safeguarding and independence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Strong analytical and risk-assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to strengths-based, person-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Triage and evaluate new contacts and referrals entering Adult Social Care.
• Lead proportionate assessments to identify needs, risks and outcomes.
• Gather and analyse data from individuals, families, partners and health professionals.
• Identify safeguarding concerns, apply local threshold guidance, and advise on Section 42 where appropriate.
• Apply statutory legislation effectively to support service users.
• Provide information, guidance and signposting to promote independence.
• Collaborate with NHS, care providers and voluntary sector for coordinated responses.
• Maintain clear, accurate records and support daily duty functions.

Job description

Adult Social Worker - Adults Access Team

Location: Redcar and Cleveland

Redcar and Cleveland Council are seeking a dedicated individual to join their Adults Access Team. As the front door to Adult Social Care, their Access Team plays a critical role in screening, triaging and conducting proportionate assessments for all incoming referrals.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of gathering key information, managing risk, promoting independence, and ensuring individuals receive timely advice, care, safeguarding interventions, or onward support in line with statutory duties and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Triage and evaluate new contacts and referrals entering Adult Social Care.
• Lead meaningful, strengths-based conversations and proportionate assessments to identify needs, risks, and person-centered outcomes.
• Gather and critically analyse data from individuals, families, partner agencies, and health professionals to inform clear, outcome-focused decision-making.
• Identify and manage safeguarding adult concerns, applying local threshold guidance, assessing risk levels, and recommending Section 42 enquiries when appropriate.
• Apply key statutory legislation effectively, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Provide quality information, guidance, and signposting to promote independence and prevent the escalation of care needs.
• Collaborate closely with NHS partners, care providers, and voluntary sector organisations to ensure coordinated, timely responses.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and defensible records while supporting daily duty functions to ensure efficient workflow across the team.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Knowledge and practical understanding of relevant legislation (Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Safeguarding Adults procedures).
• Strong analytical, risk-assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to strengths-based, person-centered practice.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritise workflow, and manage duty demands.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.