Social Worker – Older People Physical Disabilities – Southwark

Liquid Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local council in London seeks a skilled Social Worker for its Older People Physical Disabilities team. The role requires handling complex mental capacity issues and involves Safeguarding enquiries, assessments under the Care Act 2014, and collaboration in multi-disciplinary settings. Ideal candidates must hold Social Work England registration, a relevant degree, and a UK driving license.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to social work training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant with social work knowledge

Wide selection of social work positions

Refer a Friend bonus: £500

Find your own job bonus: £250

Qualifications

• Must have Social Work England registration.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mental capacity assessments and Court of Protection applications.
• Undertake Safeguarding enquiries and unscheduled reviews under the Care Act 2014.
• Provide multi-disciplinary input to Continuing Health Care processes.

Skills

Complex mental capacity work

Safeguarding enquiries

Assessments under Care Act 2014

Education

Degree level qualification in Social Work

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Social Worker – Older People Physical Disabilities – Southwark, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Social Worker – Older People Physical Disabilities

Location: Southwark London Borough Council

Rate: £32 per hour

An exciting role has become available at the Southwark London Borough Council. They are seeking a skilled and experienced social worker to join their Older People Physical Disabilities team.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing complex mental capacity work, including Court of Protection applications
• Undertaking Safeguarding enquiries, assessments, and unscheduled reviews under the Care Act 2014
• Contributing to multi-disciplinary processes such as Continuing Health Care

Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a full UK driving licence, and possess a degree-level qualification or equivalent in Social Work.

How to apply:

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

Benefits include:

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere
• Free social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with social work expertise
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses: £500 for each successful referral, £250 for bringing your own job