Locum Social Worker, PD & Older People - Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Personnel; Norwich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly salary

Flexible hours

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced Agency Social Worker (Level 2) to support the Physical Disability and Older People’s Team in Norwich for a 12-week period. You will manage a varied community caseload, undertake safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act assessments, and contribute to outcome-focused planning.

Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and comfortable working with adults with physical disabilities and older people.

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience with adults with physical disabilities and older people.
• Familiarity with Norfolk County Council systems advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied community caseload including safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act assessments.
• Contribute to timely, proportionate assessments and outcome‑focused planning.
• Engage in conversations guided by Community Led Support principles to foster independence.
• Collaborate with health and social care partners to align with Care Act responsibilities.
• Support early intervention through community‑based solutions.
• Maintain strong organisational skills and sound professional judgement in a multidisciplinary environment.

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced Agency Social Worker (Level 2) to support the Physical Disability and Older People’s Team in Norwich for a 12-week period. You will manage a varied community caseload, undertake safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act assessments, and contribute to outcome-focused planning.

Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and comfortable working with adults with physical disabilities and older people.