Qualified Social Worker, Older People and Physical Disabilities Team

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Older People and Physical Disabilities Team in London. This role offers comprehensive training, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for permanent placement. Candidates should have substantial experience in managing complex cases within community settings.

Benefits

Comprehensive training options

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive management structure

Opportunities for further qualifications

Team Oyster card for visits

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of post-qualifying statutory experience working with adults.
• Experience in community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage long-term, complex social work interventions.
• Conduct assessments under the Care Act 2014.
• Handle safeguarding enquiries and Court of Protection work.

Skills

Social Work

Communication

Case Management

Job description

Qualified Social Worker, Older People and Physical Disabilities Team, London

Client: Vitalis

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 63b51ad9b9f9

Job Views: 2

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

Role: Qualified Social Worker, Older People and Physical Disabilities Team

Pay rate: £33.76 per hour

Vitalis is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to work in an Older People and Physical Disabilities Team in Southwark. The role involves:

• Access to comprehensive training, including on-site, Microsoft Teams-led, and e-learning options, supporting Continuing Professional Development and best practices in strengths-based statutory social care.
• Flexible working arrangements, use of Team Oyster card for visits, and a supportive management structure prioritizing supervision and reflective practice.
• Opportunities for transition to a permanent contract and further qualifications such as Practice Assessor or Best Interests Assessor.
• Location is convenient, with the Queens Road office in Southwark, well-connected by bus and train.
• Handling varied and challenging cases, supporting the development of team members. The initial contract is for 3 months, with potential for extension.

Team Overview and Responsibilities:

The team manages long-term, complex social work interventions with older adults and physically disabled individuals, including mental health, substance misuse, mental capacity assessments, Court of Protection work, Safeguarding enquiries, and assessments under the Care Act 2014. Caseload management ensures social workers can dedicate adequate time to each case. Candidates should have 3-4 years of post-qualifying statutory experience working with adults with complex needs, preferably in community settings.

Additional Opportunities with Vitalis:

• Dedicated consultants offering tailored career advice and connections across the UK.
• Easy online registration process.
• Exclusive incentives, referral schemes, bonuses.
• Streamlined compliance management.
• Reliable payroll services.

We also recruit for roles in:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s and Adult Social Work
• Service and Team Management
• Housing and SEND roles

Contact us today to explore these opportunities. Reach out via phone at 07521053670 or through our contact channels.