Senior Social Worker - Hybrid, Complex Care Leader

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Social Work England fees paid

Regular supervision

Personal development plans

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are recruiting a Senior Social Worker to support adults with disabilities and health needs. You will lead complex cases, provide professional guidance and drive high-quality social care practices within the Richmond & Barnes Social Care Team.

Based in East Sheen with a flexible hybrid working arrangement, you will influence outcomes, supervise colleagues, and contribute to ongoing development and safeguarding activities for 18+ residents.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and SW England registration.
• Significant post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014, safeguarding and statutory guidance.
• Ability to undertake complex assessments, manage risk and make sound decisions.
• Experience supervising and supporting colleagues.
• Excellent communication and partnership working skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex assessments, care planning, risk management and safeguarding interventions.
• Collaborate with residents, carers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Apply Care Act 2014 and relevant legislation.
• Manage care planning budgets.
• Provide supervision and quality assurance to colleagues.
• Model high-quality practice and contribute to team leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Supervision

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are recruiting a Senior Social Worker to support adults with disabilities and health needs. You will lead complex cases, provide professional guidance and drive high-quality social care practices within the Richmond & Barnes Social Care Team.

Based in East Sheen with a flexible hybrid working arrangement, you will influence outcomes, supervise colleagues, and contribute to ongoing development and safeguarding activities for 18+ residents.