Older Persons 65+ Social Worker

Leaders In Care; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

WFH 2-3 days

Job summary

Leaders in Care is recruiting a Social Worker for a 65+ team in the United Kingdom. Flexible hours and days are available, with 2-3 days of working from home depending on service needs, offering a balance between meaningful frontline work and personal flexibility.

You will undertake Care Act assessments, support plans and reviews for adults 65 and over, including mental capacity assessments and best interests work, with duties across both community and care homes.

Qualifications

• A recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
• Experience within adult social care, ideally with older people.
• A sound understanding of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Confidence managing casework and contributing to duty.
• A person-centred approach and strong assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act assessments, support plans and reviews.
• Mental capacity assessments and best-interests work where required.
• Manage allocated casework and contribute to duty.
• Assessments will take you into both community and care home settings.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Assessment skills

Case management

Duty management

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Want more flexibility in your next social work role, without stepping away from meaningful, varied work?

Leaders in Care is recruiting a Social Worker for a 65+ team. With flexible working hours and days, plus 2-3 days working from home depending on service need, this opportunity offers flexibility alongside direct work with older adults.

You’ll support a diverse community, with a mix of community-based casework and assessments across local care homes.

Why this role stands out

• Up to £38 per hour
• Flexible working hours and days, with arrangements agreed around service requirements
• 2-3 days WFH, depending on service need
• Varied casework, combining assessments, ongoing support and duty responsibilities
• Diverse practice, supporting older people from a range of backgrounds

The role

Working with adults aged 65 and over, you’ll complete Care Act assessments, support plans and reviews, alongside mental capacity assessments and best-interests work where required. You’ll manage allocated casework and contribute to duty, responding to enquiries and changing needs. Assessments will take you into both community and care home settings, working closely with individuals, families and partner professionals.

What you’ll need

• A recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration
• Experience within adult social care, ideally with older people
• A sound understanding of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Confidence managing casework and contributing to duty
• A person-centred approach and strong assessment skills

About the team

The 65+ team covers a diverse area with a substantial number of care homes, offering a varied mix of assessment settings and opportunities to support older adults with different needs.

Why work with Leaders in Care?

• A dedicated consultant who takes time to understand what you want
• Support throughout recruitment and compliance
• A consistent point of contact during your placement