Senior Social Worker – Adult Care & Safeguarding

Wokingham Jobs; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a qualified Senior Social Worker to join their Adult Social Care Team. This permanent, full-time position involves guiding and supervising Social Care professionals, focusing on assessments, support planning, and promoting well-being among individuals and their carers. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in Adult Social Care, a professional Social Work qualification, and a passion for empowering individuals to maintain independence within their communities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Flu Vaccines

Free Onsite Gym

Learning & Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Professional Social Work qualification is essential.
• Current registration with Social Work England required.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review needs of customers and their carers.
• Direct and support the development of safeguarding plans.
• Chair case conferences and multidisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Leadership and supervision

Assessment and risk management

Knowledge of statutory frameworks

Communication skills

Education

Professional Social Work qualification

Current registration to Social Work England

Tools

Risk assessment tools

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a qualified Senior Social Worker to join their Adult Social Care Team. This permanent, full-time position involves guiding and supervising Social Care professionals, focusing on assessments, support planning, and promoting well-being among individuals and their carers. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in Adult Social Care, a professional Social Work qualification, and a passion for empowering individuals to maintain independence within their communities.