Senior Social Worker – Mental Health & Complex Needs

Milton-Keynes-Council; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great holiday benefits

Excellent pension

Family friendly policies

Health cash plan

Bike purchase scheme

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting two Senior Social Workers to join our Adult Social Care, Mental Health & Complex Needs team. You will undertake strengths-based assessments, develop support plans, manage complex cases and work with health professionals and partner organisations to promote independence and wellbeing.

This is a site-based role with flexible arrangements, and interviews are scheduled for 6 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong understanding of strengths-based practice.
• Experience in assessment, risk management and case coordination.
• Excellent communication and recording skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex cases with high levels of risk, including safeguarding.
• Undertake strengths-based assessments and develop outcome-focused support plans.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, families, health professionals and partner organisations.
• Assess and manage risk while complying with legal frameworks and guidance.
• Maintain accurate case records, reports and assessments within timescales.
• Participate in reflective supervision and continuous professional development.

Education

Social Work qualification (Bachelor's degree)

Job description

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting two Senior Social Workers to join our Adult Social Care, Mental Health & Complex Needs team. You will undertake strengths-based assessments, develop support plans, manage complex cases and work with health professionals and partner organisations to promote independence and wellbeing.

This is a site-based role with flexible arrangements, and interviews are scheduled for 6 October 2026.