Newcastle Council - Care Act Reviews Team

Randstad Care AS; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Care AS is recruiting an Adult Social Worker in Newcastle to carry out Care Act Reviews, working with adults, families and carers to evaluate care plans and promote independence.

You will conduct MCA assessments, safeguard concerns, and collaborate with health and housing services to ensure high-quality, cost-effective support. Excellent communication and time-management are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and active registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in adult social care with knowledge of statutory reviews.
• In-depth understanding of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and advocate for individuals.
• Strong time-management skills to manage a dynamic caseload and meet KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based Care Act reviews for adults with complex needs.
• Re-evaluate eligible social care needs and assess current care plans for effectiveness and cost efficiency.
• Perform Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests decisions; identify safeguarding concerns.
• Assess needs of informal carers and provide necessary support.
• Collaborate with health professionals, housing providers, voluntary sector organisations, and care providers.
• Ensure plans maximise independence using community assets and funding.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records.

Skills

Social work

Communication skills

Time management

Care Act knowledge

Education

Degree in Social Work

CQSW/DipSW or equivalent

Job description

Adult Social Worker - Care Act Reviews

Location: Newcastle

Newcastle City Council are seeking a skilled Adult Social Worker to join their team, focusing specifically on carrying out high-quality Care Act Reviews.

In this role, you will work directly with adults, their families and carers to evaluate existing care and support plans. You will ensure that individuals receive the right level of support to meet their personal outcomes, promote their well-being, and maintain their independence within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based Care Act reviews for adults with complex social care, physical, or mental health needs.
• Re-evaluate individual's eligible social care needs and assess whether current care plans remain appropriate, effective, and cost-efficient.
• Perform Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and apply Best Interest decision-making where appropriate. Identify and manage safeguarding concerns in line with local procedures.
• Assess and review the needs of informal carers to ensure they are supported in their caring roles.
• Collaborate closely with health professionals, housing providers, voluntary sector organisations, and care providers.
• Ensure support plans make effective use of community assets and public funding while maximising individual independence.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records in line with statutory guidelines and departmental standards.

Requirements to apply

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).
• Active registration with Social Work England (or equivalent regional body).
• Proven experience working in an adult social care setting with a strong working knowledge of statutory reviews.
• In-depth understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant Safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport, manage difficult conversations, and advocate for individuals.
• Strong time-management skills to manage a dynamic caseload and meet key performance targets.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.