Senior Social Worker - Adults: Safeguarding & Discharge

Everest Recruitment and Services ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join an Adults’ team in Shrewsbury, UK. This role requires high-quality assessments and care planning for vulnerable adults, emphasizing hospital and community work. Applicants must have Social Work England registration and enhanced DBS. The position starts on 1 Dec 2025 and ends on 1 Mar 2026, covering 37 hours per week. Successful candidates will have a strong background in adults' social care and decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• Social Work England (SWE) Registration required.
• Enhanced DBS with barred list needed.
• Experience in adults' social care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases and ensure safeguarding.
• Plan discharges from hospitals effectively.
• Collaborate with various professionals in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Conduct strength-based assessments for service users.
• Support vulnerable adults through challenging situations.

Skills

Decision-making skills

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Strength-based assessments

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join an Adults’ team in Shrewsbury, UK. This role requires high-quality assessments and care planning for vulnerable adults, emphasizing hospital and community work. Applicants must have Social Work England registration and enhanced DBS. The position starts on 1 Dec 2025 and ends on 1 Mar 2026, covering 37 hours per week. Successful candidates will have a strong background in adults' social care and decision-making skills.