Social Worker Adults

Tripod Partners; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater London seeks a qualified Social Worker to join their Adult Social Care team. The role involves statutory compliance, managing a caseload, and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will receive a salary of up to £43,545 per annum, access to professional development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements. Candidates should possess a genuine commitment to empowering adults to maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

Benefits

Access to Adult Social Care Academy

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave allowance

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Natural professional curiosity and a commitment to empowering adults.
• Ready to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Care Act 2014 and maintain professional practice.
• Apply Social Work principles and values in all interactions.
• Engage fully in supervision and apply critical reflection.
• Manage a reasonable caseload appropriate to experience.
• Provide support and expert advice on social care.
• Undertake effective assessments with a strengths-based approach.
• Work in partnership with residents and their families.
• Communicate timely advice and information to residents.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Curiosity

Compassion

Collaboration

Job description

Adults Localities Social Worker

Richmond and Wandsworth

Up to £43,545 per annum

Wandsworth is a borough that prides itself on being fairer, compassionate, and more sustainable. Our Adult Social Care services have recently been rated 'Good' by the CQC, a testament to our dedicated staff and leadership. We don’t just process cases; we build relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Statutory Compliance : Work within the Care Act 2014 and other relevant statutory frameworks. You will take responsibility for maintaining a high standard of professional practice and developing your core skills and knowledge in collaboration with your line manager.
• Professional Values : Apply Social Work principles and values to your practice, emulating our corporate values in all interactions with residents, colleagues, and partners.
• Reflective Practice : Engage fully in supervision, applying critical reflection and analysis to inform professional decisions. You will ensure risks are discussed with your line manager to gain direction, advice, and support.
• Caseload Management : Effectively manage a reasonable caseload appropriate to your experience, maintaining adequate throughput. You will discuss challenges with your line manager in a timely way to access support with prioritisation.
• Expert Guidance : Provide support and expert advice on social care to social care assessors, students, and partners.
• Holistic Assessment : Be professionally curious when undertaking effective assessments of individual and carer needs and risks. Use a strengths-based, person-centred approach focused on outcomes, promoting a holistic, multi-agency approach by developing collaborative working relationships.
• Partnership Working : Work directly in partnership with residents, their families, and carers to enable them to maintain independence, cope with change, attain desired outcomes, and participate in the life of their communities.
• Communication : Provide advice and information to residents and carers, ensuring that assessments, care and support plans, and information about charging / service provision are communicated in a timely and clear manner.

About You

• Qualified : You must be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Curious & Compassionate : You have a natural professional curiosity and a genuine commitment to empowering adults to live independent lives.
• Collaborative : You are ready to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, sharing your expertise with assessors and students.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary : Up to £43,545 per annum.
• Career Development : Access to our renowned Adult Social Care Academy, offering bespoke training and clear pathways for progression.
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support your well-being.
• Generous Leave : A highly competitive annual leave allowance (typically up to 31 days + bank holidays, rising with service).
• Location : Excellent transport links (Clapham Junction, Wandsworth Town) and a vibrant working environment in the heart of South West London