Front Door Social Worker — Immediate Impact

Leaders in Care; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly check-ins

Dedicated contact

Onboarding guidance

Job summary

Leaders in Care is recruiting an Adult Front Door Social Worker to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Cheshire. This locum role places you at the first point of contact for adults seeking support, using professional judgment to identify risks, explore strengths, and decide next steps.

You’ll screen referrals, clarify needs, assess safeguarding concerns, and connect adults with appropriate services.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Experience in Adult Social Care
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005

Responsibilities

• Screen and triage incoming referrals and clarify presenting needs
• Identify safeguarding concerns and assess risk
• Connect adults with appropriate services and support

Skills

Communication

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Leaders in Care is recruiting an Adult Front Door Social Worker to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Cheshire. This locum role places you at the first point of contact for adults seeking support, using professional judgment to identify risks, explore strengths, and decide next steps.

You’ll screen referrals, clarify needs, assess safeguarding concerns, and connect adults with appropriate services.