Social Worker - Adult Team - Cornwall - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency in Cornwall is seeking a Social Worker for the Adult Team. This locum role offers a pay rate of £32.50 per hour with flexible hours. The position involves collaborating with various agencies, completing assessments, and supporting vulnerable adults. Ideal for candidates who wish to make an impact in their community while enjoying the vibrant culture and lifestyle of Cornwall.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Opportunity to work in various locations

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• SWE registration is required.
• Experience in safeguarding and self-neglect interventions.
• Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members from various agencies.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments.
• Protect adults in need of support services.

Skills

Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams

Ability to complete Mental Capacity Act assessments

Experience in safeguarding and self-neglect interventions

Effective communication with families and agencies

Ability to work independently

Education

SWE registration

Job description

Overview

Social Worker – Adult Team in Cornwall UK – £32.50 hourly, Ongoing

We have an opportunity for a Social Worker in the Adult Team based in Cornwall. This ongoing locum role offers a pay rate of £32.50 hourly and flexibility for full-time or part-time work. The position provides an opportunity to make an impact in the community.

Benefits of Locum Work

Locum work offers flexibility to choose your hours, exposure to a range of roles and settings, and competitive pay. It also provides the chance to work in different locations and broaden your professional experience.

What you will do

• Collaborate with team members and multi-disciplinary teams from various agencies to address the needs of vulnerable adults effectively.
• Ensure the views and wishes of individuals and their carers are considered, keeping them central to decision-making.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and Best Interest decisions. Where necessary, complete Court of Protection (COP) applications and attend hearings.
• Protect adults in need of support services in accordance with legal requirements, including safeguarding enquiries and self-neglect interventions.
• Promote independence, prevention, re-ablement, and self-determination by facilitating effective communication with families, carers, individuals, and other agencies.
• SWE registration.
• Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team and travel to the Watergate PCN area as needed.
• Experience in safeguarding and self-neglect interventions.

Based in Mid Cornwall, you may work from an informal base in Newquay or out of New County Hall. This role supports a lifestyle in Cornwall, with its beaches and vibrant cultural scene.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and several industry awards, we aim to secure the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.