Adults Social Worker - Multiple Teams - Sefton - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part Time / Full Time Pattern

Competitive Hourly Pay (£36.79/hr)

Flexible Working Arrangements

Supportive Team Environment

Specialist Service Experience

Professional Development

Job summary

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join multiple teams across Adult Social Care in Sefton, UK. Roles offer part-time or full-time ongoing opportunities with a competitive hourly rate.

Join a dynamic, supportive team focused on strengths-based, person-centred care to improve outcomes, independence, and quality of life for adults in the community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.
• Experience in one or more specialist adult social care service areas.
• Strong experience in assessment, risk management, safeguarding and care planning.
• Solid knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to prioritise and work independently within a busy environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and partnership-working skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments and develop person-centred care and support plans.
• Manage a complex caseload while ensuring statutory duties and legislative requirements.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate.
• Conduct reviews, reassessments, and safeguarding enquiries in accordance with local authority procedures.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, families, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and documentation, including court reports where required.
• Support adults to maximise independence, wellbeing, and community participation.
• Undertake risk assessments and implement effective risk management strategies.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of Adult Social Care services.
• Promote strengths-based, outcome-focused, and person-centred approaches to practice.

Skills

Adult Social Care Experience

Specialist Knowledge

Assessment Skills

Legislation Knowledge

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

Job Title: Adults Social Worker – Multiple Teams
Specialism: Social Worker – Adults
Location: Sefton, UK
Salary: £36.79 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Step into an exciting role with Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council as we seek experienced Adults Social Workers to join our dynamic and specialised teams across Adult Social Care. These ongoing opportunities are perfect for practitioners who thrive on making a difference and possess robust experience in managing complex adult social care cases. Whether you’re looking for part-time or full-time work, we have a place for you in the vibrant community of Sefton.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a range of specialist Adult Social Care services, supporting adults to achieve positive outcomes, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life through strengths-based and person-centred practice.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £36.79 per hour, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Benefit from working arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative network of professionals who value partnership working, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Specialist Service Experience: Gain valuable experience working across a variety of Adult Social Care teams and specialist service areas.
• Professional Development: Access learning opportunities, training, and support to further enhance your skills and career progression.

What you will do

• Undertake strengths-based assessments and develop person-centred care and support plans.
• Manage a complex caseload while ensuring compliance with statutory duties and legislative requirements.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate.
• Conduct reviews, reassessments, and safeguarding enquiries in accordance with local authority procedures.
• Work collaboratively with service users, carers, families, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and documentation, including court reports where required.
• Support adults to maximise independence, wellbeing, and community participation.
• Undertake risk assessments and implement effective risk management strategies.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of Adult Social Care services.
• Promote strengths-based, outcome-focused, and person-centred approaches to practice.

Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Adult Social Care Experience: Significant post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care services.
• Specialist Knowledge: Experience relevant to one or more specialist adult social care service areas.
• Assessment Skills: Strong experience in assessment, risk management, safeguarding, and care planning.
• Legislative Knowledge: Sound understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding procedures, and related legislation.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently within a busy environment.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and partnership-working skills.

Why Sefton

Sefton offers an exceptional quality of life, combining beautiful coastlines, vibrant communities, excellent amenities, and strong local services. From the stunning beaches and nature reserves to thriving town centres and welcoming neighbourhoods, Sefton provides an ideal environment in which to live, work, and build your social work career. With a strong commitment to supporting residents and developing services, Sefton is a wonderful place to make a lasting difference.