Social Worker – Mental Health and Substance Misuse

Liquid Personnel; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social service agency in London is seeking a dedicated Adult Social Worker for Mental Health and Substance Misuse. This hybrid role involves supporting individuals facing complex challenges at home, requiring Social Work England registration and experience. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £32 per hour, and opportunities for exclusive training and bonuses for referrals.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive training and roles

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Must have Social Work England registration.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Post-qualified experience in social work.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with significant substance misuse and co-occurring issues.
• Provide tailored support in home environments.
• Collaborate with a supportive team and manager.

Skills

Direct work experience

Compassionate approach

Ability to work in home environment

Dynamic and creative problem-solving

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Social Worker – Mental Health and Substance Misuse
Location: Southwark (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: £32 per hour

About the Role:

Liquid Personnel is looking for a dedicated Adult Social Worker to join the Mental Health and Substance Misuse Team in Southwark. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals facing complex challenges, providing support and interventions to promote their well-being and recovery.

What will your responsibilities be?

In this role, you will support individuals with significant substance misuse issues and co-occurring mental, physical, and neurological issues. The Social Worker will need experience in direct work and must be dynamic, compassionate, and creative. You will often work in the home environment of individuals, providing tailored support to meet their unique needs.

• Supportive team and manager
• Competitive pay rate

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role you must have,

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *