ASW Social Worker (2+ years post qualification experience)

LinsCare; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LinsCare in London is seeking a Social Worker for Adults Social Services in Haringey to undertake assessments, reviews and person-centred support planning, helping adults maximise independence and access community resources.

You will support carers, work collaboratively with health and social care partners, and maintain robust case records while contributing to safeguarding and legal processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in Adult Social Care, paid, voluntary or personal
• Understanding of strengths-based and person-centred approaches
• Knowledge of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with service users, carers and professionals
• Strong assessment, report-writing and record-keeping skills
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments and develop person-centred support plans
• Support adults to maximise independence, wellbeing and quality of life
• Provide practical advice and access to welfare benefits and living aids
• Arrange short-term care and respite support for carers
• Review care packages and changing needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations
• Maintain accurate case records, assessments, reports and plans
• Assist social workers with information gathering and legal documentation
• Attend safeguarding strategy meetings when required
• Complete CHC checklists and identify full assessments

Skills

Adult social care experience

Strengths-based approach

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration with professionals

Assessment and reporting

Workload management

Documentation skills

Job description

Job Opportunity: Social Work - Adults Social Services

Location: Haringey, London, Greater London
Pay Rate: £231.06 per day (Umbrella)
Directorate: Adults, Health and Communities
Service Area: Adult Social Services

The Role

You will support adults across the borough by undertaking assessments, reviews and support planning, helping residents and their carers maximise independence, build resilience and access appropriate community resources.
You will manage a non-complex caseload while supporting qualified social workers with more complex cases and working collaboratively with health and social care partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments, reviews and develop person-centred support plans.
• Support vulnerable adults to maximise independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
• Provide practical advice and guidance to residents and carers, including access to welfare benefits and living aids.
• Assist with arranging short-term care and respite support for carers.
• Review existing care packages and identify changing needs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations.
• Maintain accurate case records, assessments, reports and support plans.
• Support social workers with information gathering and preparation of legal documentation.
• Attend safeguarding strategy meetings when required.
• Complete Continuing Healthcare (CHC) checklists and identify cases requiring full assessment.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience or exposure to Adult Social Care, whether paid, voluntary or personal.
• Understanding of strengths-based and person-centred approaches.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with service users, carers and professionals.
• Strong assessment, report-writing and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• A genuine commitment to promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Additional Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Understanding of relevant statutory requirements and data protection.

Salary / Contract Details

Daily Rate: £231.06 per day (Umbrella)

Location: Haringey, London, Greater London

Service: Adults Health and Communities - Adult Social Services

Mandatory: must have a UK passport or a full right to work in the UK

For more information, contact Shivashni Govender