Senior Social Worker - Adult Services (ID 04269)

DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales is seeking a skilled Senior Social Worker for Adult Services. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Social Work and be registered with the Care Council for Wales. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality services, conducting safeguarding investigations, and managing a specific caseload while working collaboratively in various sectors. This role offers a competitive salary of £44,686 per year.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Social Work, such as a Degree or DipSW.
• Registered with the Care Council for Wales.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality social work services to adults and their families.
• Conduct safeguarding investigations and carry out assessments.
• Maintain a specific caseload and prepare detailed reports.

Skills

Knowledge of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014

Excellent written and verbal communication

Efficient administrative and IT skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Strong problem-solving and reflective skills

Commitment to continued professional development

Ability to assess complex needs and manage caseloads

Resilience and ability to work under pressure

Capacity to influence and adapt to change positively

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Work

Job description

Senior Social Worker – Adult Services (ID 04269)

Denbighshire County Council

Rhyl, LL18 3AS

£44,686 per year – estimated ?

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Job Description

You are a skilled and dedicated social worker with a qualification in Social Work, such as a Degree or DipSW. Registered with the Care Council for Wales, you are committed to achieving high professional standards and providing exemplary social work services. You demonstrate experience in multi-disciplinary settings, effectively manage complex cases, and are familiar with safeguarding procedures. Your approach is driven by the values of social work and a desire to support adults and their families in achieving positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Social Worker in Adult Services, you will deliver high‑quality social work services to adults and their families, ensuring their needs and desired outcomes are central to decision‑making processes. Your role includes working in partnership with various sectors to deliver integrated responses, conducting safeguarding investigations, carrying out assessments and preparing detailed reports, maintaining a specific caseload, working within statutory time‑scales, contributing to the development of the service, chairing meetings, providing mentorship and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Efficient administrative and IT skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team
• Strong problem‑solving and reflective skills
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Ability to assess complex needs and manage caseloads
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure
• Capacity to influence and adapt to change positively