Adults Social Worker – Centralised Safeguarding Triage Team

Essex County Counci; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading public service organization as an Adults Social Worker in the Centralised Safeguarding Triage Team. This permanent, full-time role offers the chance to support vulnerable adults through effective safeguarding practices. You will work both remotely and in the office, ensuring comprehensive care and decision-making. With a focus on professional development and community impact, Essex County Council provides numerous benefits, including flexible working options and a supportive environment for your career growth.

Benefits

Training via Essex Social Care Academy

Flexible working options

Employee wellbeing and counselling support

Lease Car scheme

Up to £8000 relocation assistance

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

• Substantial experience in Adult Social Care.
• Current Social Work England registration required.

Responsibilities

• Triaging and managing new safeguarding concerns.
• Chairing meetings with clients and multi-agency professionals.

Skills

Decision Making

Risk Assessment

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Adults Social Worker - Centralised Safeguarding Triage Team

Permanent, Full Time

£37,185 to £50,081 Per Annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

The Team

We are currently offering an experienced Social Worker the opportunity to join ECC’s Safeguarding Triage team, which focuses on triaging and managing all new safeguarding concerns referred to Adult Social Care.

The team supports effective decision-making to ensure section 42 enquiries are progressed appropriately. It oversees incoming safeguarding workflow and maintains strong links with all quadrants, as section 42 enquiries remain their responsibility, providing opportunities to build broad networks across areas.

This role is primarily home-based and office-based, with visits across Essex to assess safeguarding concerns based on risk levels and communication needs. The service aims to provide a consistent approach to triaging and progressing enquiries, leading to more accurate safeguarding data for Adult Social Care.

This is an innovative new approach for Essex County Council, and the successful applicant will help shape how safeguarding is personalized when applying Care Act thresholds.

About You

To apply, you should be a qualified social worker post-ASYE with current Social Work England registration. You will have substantial experience in Adult Social Care, demonstrating good practice, providing advice in complex situations, and understanding current legislation, regulations, and guidance.

You should have experience chairing meetings with clients, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals, and be capable of developing strong relationships with partner agencies and the community to support vulnerable adults.

You’ll also bring:

• Evidence of ongoing professional development and adherence to current standards.
• An understanding of the financial aspects of care packages.
• The ability to make clear decisions and identify potential risks.

This role requires travel around Essex and beyond. A driving license and access to a car, or alternative mobility arrangements, are essential.

Please note that this vacancy is not open to Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs). If interested in future NQSW opportunities, please complete an expression of interest for your preferred location here.

What We Offer

We support your professional growth and well-being through:

• Training via Essex Social Care Academy
• Flexible working options
• Employee wellbeing and counselling support
• Lease Car scheme
• Up to £8000 relocation assistance*
• Life assurance of three times your salary
• Payment of professional fees for approved professions
• Local Government Pension Scheme. More info: Key Facts and FAQ’s
• Volunteering leave
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Networks for support and engagement

Whatever your career goals, you can achieve them here.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Apply now. For more details, contact [e-mail].

Why Essex?

Essex offers a vibrant public service environment, covering over 1,420 square miles for 1.8 million residents. Recognized for productivity, we focus on innovation and community impact, making it an ideal place to develop your career or contribute locally.

In 2025, Essex is part of the Government’s devolution program working towards a Mayoral Combined County Authority by 2026. Learn more about devolution and LGR.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, committed to inclusive hiring and support for disabled applicants, veterans, and care leavers. We uphold high standards of integrity and ethics, aligned with the Nolan principles.

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