Experienced Social Worker III (Maternity Cover)

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Hornsea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Regular supervision

Career development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a Social Worker for a maternity cover role, fixed-term until 18 July 2027. The post requires Social Work England registration and solid experience in adult social care to support people in the community and hospital settings.

You’ll supervise and mentor colleagues, shape practice, and foster a learning-focused team culture. Negotiable hours offer flexibility to manage caseloads and ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England
• Experience in adult social care and community/hospital settings preferred
• Court work experience and safeguarding knowledge advantageous
• Strong IT and written communication skills required

Responsibilities

• Carry out person-centred assessments in community and hospital settings
• Undertake court work, prepare reports and present evidence
• Co-produce care and support plans and review outcomes
• Participate in the duty rota for urgent and complex cases
• Support supervision and development of colleagues to foster a learning culture

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mentoring experience

Excellent communication

Time management

IT skills

Written skills

Flexible, proactive

Driving licence

Education

Social Work degree

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

The job itself

is a maternity cover position and is offered on a fixed-term basis until 18 July 2027, or until the substantive postholder returns, whichever is sooner. Working hours and working patterns are negotiable and can be discussed with the successful candidate.

We’re looking for a Social Work England registered professional with solid experience and a genuine commitment to supporting adults in the community. Supervisory or mentoring experience is essential, as you’ll help shape practice, support colleagues, and foster a positive, learning-focused team culture.

What you’ll be doing:

• Working within theCare Act 2014framework
• Carrying out person-centred assessments in community and hospital settings
• Undertaking court work, including preparing reports, presenting evidence, and working within legal frameworks to support safeguarding and best outcomes for individuals
• Co-producing care and support plans, and reviewing outcomes
• Participating in the duty rota to respond to urgent and complex situations

What you’ll bring:

• A strong understanding of adult social care legislation, including theMental Capacity Act 2005,Care Act 2014, andDeprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Strong IT and written skills to maintain accurate records and support performance monitoring
• A flexible, proactive approach to working under pressure
• Afull driving licence—essential due to the wide geographical area covered (mileage allowance provided)

What we offer:

• Acomprehensive induction
• Regular supervision and development reviews
• Ongoingtraining and career development opportunities
• A supportive team culture focused on growth, quality, and innovation

Our team currently operates Monday to Friday, but we’re actively exploring a move to seven-day working to better meet the needs of our community.

Please note you must hold a social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England to apply for this role