Social Worker Adults

Pertemps; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care agency is seeking a qualified Adults Social Worker to provide outcome-focused assessments in the Lancashire area. This full-time locum role involves collaborative work with healthcare professionals and managing discharge processes while ensuring compliance with national legislation. Candidates must have a recognized social work qualification, strong communication skills, and at least 3 years' experience in adult social care. Competitive rates and supportive conditions are offered.

Benefits

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Fast online registration process

Reliable weekly payroll

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• At least 3 years’ post-qualifying experience.
• Current registration with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• To contribute to the delivery of strengths based social care service as outlined in national legislation.
• To work collaboratively with health colleagues to ensure safe and timely discharges.
• To keep accurate records using electronic record systems.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of adult social care legislation

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Tools

Liquid Logic

Job description

Job Title:Social Worker Adults
Location:Lancashire
Hours:37 hours per week (full-time)
Start date:ASAP (pending interview and compliance)
Rate:£33.00 per hour
Job type:Locum / Agency
Contact:Shanie Thomas on 07484 512953 or [e-mail]

Make a Difference
Are you a qualified Adults Social Worker seeking a role that makes a real difference?
Pertemps are working with a supportive and forward-thinking Adults Social Care Transition Team working across Lancashire, to find an experienced Adults Social Worker who can work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Adults Social Worker Role Overview:
As part of this innovative service, you will play a crucial role inprovidinga strengths based, outcome focussed assessment service to all adults (with the exception of adult mental health) across community and hospital settings.

Adult Social Worker Key Responsibilities:

• To contribute to the delivery of strengths based social care service as outlined in national legislation and guidance and in line with county policies and procedures

• To contribute to the provision of high quality assessments and support plans

• To work collaboratively with health colleagues to ensure safe and timely discharges from hospital the most appropriate service and setting for the individual that actively supports their choice and independence

• To promote the creative and flexible use of personal budgets to appropriately meet the needs of customers and carers

• To communicate effectively with customers, carers, other agencies and professionals to support the delivery of a co-ordinated response to customer and carer needs

• To effectively prioritise and manage your caseload

• To keep accurate records in relation to the contact and work undertaken, using electronic record systems (Liquid Logic) and other relevant ICT systems

Candidate Requirements for theAdults Social Worker role:

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent)
• At least 3 years’ post-qualifying experience
• Current registration with Social Work England
• Experience in adult social care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to adult social care

Benefits of workingwith Pertemps?
When you work as a locum with us, you can expect:

• A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive social care roles UK-wide
• A fast, online registration process with support throughout
• Full compliance handled by us – hassle-free
• Reliable weekly payroll
• A referral bonus scheme – refer a friend and earn!

Looking for Something Different?
If theAdults Social Workerrole isn’t quite right, we’re still here to help. We have a wide range of local authority locum roles across the UK, including:

• Qualified Social Workers (Adults, Children & Families, MASH, Mental Health)
• Occupational Therapists (Hospital Discharge, Reablement, Moving & Handling)
• Educational Psychologists
• SEND professionals

Whether you’re seeking remote work, flexible hours, or a better rate, we are likely to have access to a role that’s the perfect match for you.Contact:Shanie Thomas on 07484 512953 [e-mail] submit your cv to [e-mail]