Social Worker (Adults - Care and Support)

Cornwall Staff Agency; Ilfracombe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional staffing agency is seeking a qualified Social Worker for a temporary role in Adults Care and Support. The position involves conducting assessments, planning support, and safeguarding responsibilities across multiple locations in the community. The ideal candidate must have Social Work England registration and at least one year of relevant experience. The role allows for flexible working hours, primarily Monday to Friday, with no fixed onsite days beyond required team meetings.

Qualifications

• Current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in Adults Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Undertake adult social care assessments and support plans.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries in line with statutory duties.
• Conduct home visits and community-based assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Education

Social Work qualification

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Social Worker (Adults – Care and Support)

Location: Bodmin and Various locations (Tintagel, Camelford, Wadebridge, Rock)

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full-time

Pay: £25.38 per hour

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 08:45–17:15

Start Date: 24 November 2025

Dress Code: Smart casual

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Adults Care and Support Team on a temporary basis. This role is based in Bodmin, with regular community visits across the East Locality, including Tintagel, Camelford, Wadebridge, and Rock.

You will carry out statutory social work functions including assessments, support planning, reviews, and safeguarding work. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, managing their own caseload, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake adult social care assessments, support plans and reviews.
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries in line with statutory duties.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Adult Social Care and external partners.
• Maintain clear and accurate written records.
• Conduct home visits and community-based assessments as required.
• Attend the team day every Wednesday.
• Complete remote/home-based work as appropriate (write-ups can be completed from home).

Essential Skills & Experience

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• A minimum of 1 year’s experience in a similar Adults Social Care role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident using computers, case management systems, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be a car user, able to travel within the locality for face-to-face assessments.
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance to undertake community visits as required.

Additional Information

• Minimal expectation of two days per week working within the locality area, depending on work arrangements and visit requirements.
• Full-time hours with no fixed onsite days beyond the required Wednesday team day.

Apply now if you are interested and available.