Social Worker – Bolton – Safeguarding Adult Team

Liquid Personnel; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in Bolton is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for their Adult Safeguarding team. The role involves protecting vulnerable adults, coordinating safeguarding efforts, conducting investigations, and contributing to service improvements. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive team environment. Interested applicants should have relevant qualifications and experience in social work.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supportive team

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Free social work training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant

Access to exclusive roles

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration required.
• Post-qualified experience necessary.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and protect individuals by recognizing signs of abuse or neglect.
• Integrate safeguarding risks into care planning and review care plans.
• Coordinate safeguarding referrals and monitor progress.

Skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Degree level or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding team

Location: Bolton Council

Rate: £30 per hour

An exciting job opportunity has recently become available at a council in the Bolton area. They are looking for a new member for their Safeguarding Adult Team.

Responsibilities:

• Prevent and protect those you support by recognizing signs of abuse or neglect and responding appropriately.
• Identify and work with individuals, their representatives, or Best Interest Assessors if they lack capacity, to achieve desired outcomes.
• Integrate safeguarding risks and benefits into care planning, regularly review care plans.
• Coordinate safeguarding referrals, monitor progress, and undertake investigations within community and residential settings.
• Chair professional and formal meetings related to service users, such as multi-disciplinary meetings and case conferences.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant research, government guidance, legislation, and best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and development of adult services, providing oversight and support to other professionals.

Benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team

Qualifications and Experience:

• Social Work England registration and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Post-qualified experience.
• Degree level or equivalent qualification in Social Work.

How to apply:

If interested, click apply below or contact 0345 241 9590 for more information.

Additional benefits include:

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles
• Free social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses