Social Worker – Adults Services – #5295753

Semester.co.uk; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 232,000 - 330,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Supportive management

Good transport links

Stable working environment

CPD and training opportunities

Enhanced DBS processing

Job summary

Semester.co.uk is recruiting a qualified Adults Social Worker to join an Adults Services team in Middlesbrough (TS1) on a locum basis, from 1 May 2026, with a competitive hourly rate.

You will undertake Care Act assessments, manage a varied caseload and work with multi‑agency partners to safeguard and promote wellbeing.

You must hold a BA or MA in Social Work, be registered with Social Work England, and have post‑qualifying experience; local authority experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Undertake Care Act assessments and care planning.
• Manage a varied caseload for adults with diverse needs.
• Collaborate with multi‑agency partners to safeguard wellbeing.
• Demonstrate person‑centred practice and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments and ongoing case management.
• Attend multi‑disciplinary meetings and contribute to care planning.
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date case records in line with local authority standards.
• Work within relevant legislation and local authority policies.

Skills

Care Act assessments

Case management

Multi-agency collaboration

Person-centred practice

Education

BA or MA in Social Work

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join an Adults Services team based at Fountain Court, Middlesbrough (TS1). This is a locum position available from 1st May 2026, offering a competitive rate of £203.90 per hour.

Working within Adults Services, you will carry a varied caseload supporting adults with a range of needs, including older people, those with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. You will conduct assessments, develop care and support plans, and work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of service users.

Key responsibilities will include undertaking Care Act assessments, managing ongoing cases, attending multi‑disciplinary meetings, and maintaining accurate case records in line with local authority standards. You will be expected to work within relevant legislation and local authority policies, demonstrating a commitment to person‑centred practice.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification (BA or MA in Social Work or equivalent), be registered with Social Work England, and have demonstrable post‑qualifying experience within an adults social care setting. Experience working within a statutory local authority team is highly desirable.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable adults in the Middlesbrough area. If you are an experienced Adults Social Worker seeking your next locum assignment, please get in touch today to find out more.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
• A desirable location with great transport links
• A stable, well‑resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
• Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in‑house payroll
• Enhanced DBS processing included
• Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
• Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location