Adults Social Worker – Care and Support Team

Service Care; Consett; Vor Ort; GBP 28.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive hourly pay

Regular supervision

Autonomy to manage caseload

Varied and rewarding work

Collaborative multidisciplinary teams

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Northumberland County Council is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Care and Support Team. You will assess, plan and manage care for adults 18+ with diverse needs, ensuring safeguarding and high-quality, person-centred support.

You will work in a supportive team, receive supervision and develop professionally within a values-led service that promotes independence and wellbeing for vulnerable adults.

Qualifikationen

• A recognised Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England and ASYE completion.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to identify and manage risk.

Aufgaben

• Undertaking comprehensive assessments of adults 18+ in line with Care Act 2014.
• Managing your own caseload with timely interventions.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred care and support plans.
• Identifying and managing safeguarding concerns to protect vulnerable adults.
• Collaborating with service users, families, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Liaising with partner agencies including mental health, housing and NHS services.
• Maintaining accurate case records and reports per statutory duties.
• Participating in regular supervision and professional development.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Safeguarding

Assessment

Multidisciplinary working

Risk management

Driving licence

Ausbildung

Degree in Social Work

ASYE completed

Jobbeschreibung

Adults Social Worker – Care and Support Team Northumberland County Council | £26.23 per hour Umbrella | £20.66 per hour PAYE Location: Northumberland Employer: Northumberland County Council Job Type: Temporary / Agency Contract Rate of Pay: £26.23 per hour Umbrella / £20.66 per hour PAYE Recruitment Agency: Service Care Solutions

About the Role Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Adults Social Worker to join Northumberland County Council's Care and Support Service . This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, promoting independence, safeguarding wellbeing and delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Northumberland County Council is committed to supporting adults across its communities to live safe, healthy, happy and independent lives. The Care and Support Service provides a holistic and integrated approach to supporting adults aged 18 and over, including individuals with physical disabilities, mental health needs and complex care requirements. You will join a supportive and experienced team where you will benefit from regular supervision, professional guidance and opportunities for continued development.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking comprehensive assessments of adults aged 18 and over in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Managing your own caseload, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred care and support plans that promote independence and positive outcomes.
• Identifying, assessing and managing safeguarding concerns, ensuring vulnerable adults are protected from abuse and neglect.
• Working collaboratively with service users, families, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Liaising with partner agencies including mental health services, drug and alcohol teams, healthcare professionals, housing services, police and children's social care.
• Promoting strengths-based practice, empowering individuals to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate case records, assessments and reports in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in regular supervision, reflective practice and professional development opportunities.
• Ensuring all interventions comply with relevant legislation, policies and local authority statutory duties.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England .
• Successful completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme.
• A sound understanding of the Care Act 2014 and statutory responsibilities within Adult Social Care.
• Experience undertaking assessments, managing caseloads and developing care and support plans.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and the ability to identify and manage risk.
• Excellent communication, assessment and multidisciplinary working skills.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Previous experience working within a Local Authority Adult Social Care setting would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly pay: £26.23 Umbrella / £20.66 PAYE.
• Supportive management: Regular supervision and guidance from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager.
• Professional autonomy: The opportunity to independently manage your own caseload while having access to experienced colleagues.
• Varied and rewarding work: Supporting adults with a wide range of physical, mental health and social care needs.
• Collaborative working: Opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations.
• Professional development: An environment that encourages continuous learning and reflective practice.

Why Work with Service Care Solutions?

• At Service Care Solutions, we are committed to supporting Social Workers throughout their careers and helping them secure opportunities that suit their experience, interests and professional ambitions.
• When you work with us, you can benefit from:
• A dedicated Recruitment Consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of locum and permanent Social Work opportunities across the UK.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Support throughout the recruitment, compliance and onboarding process.
• A generous referral bonus scheme.