Social Worker x2

Isle of Wight Council; Carisbrooke; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the Isle of Wight is seeking two compassionate Social Workers to join their Localities Team. This office-based role offers hybrid working and involves assessing needs and delivering care aligned with the Care Act. The ideal candidates will possess strong assessment skills, engage effectively with clients, and have a passion for making a difference in social care. Join us in a supportive environment committed to your professional growth and the wellbeing of our community.

Benefits

Welcoming professional team environment

Opportunities to influence social care

Commitment to equality and inclusion

Living in a beautiful location

Qualifications

• Evidence of working in social care or related settings.
• Proven ability to engage effectively in varied environments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Confidence in developing support plans.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and plan interventions.
• Deliver high-quality care aligned with Care Act.
• Engage with individuals and families.

Skills

Assessment and analysis skills

Effective engagement

Communication and presentation skills

Negotiation and influencing

Planning and organizational skills

Knowledge of legislation and regulations

Budget monitoring

Microsoft applications

Job description

Social Worker x2

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 17 November 2025
• Salary: Not specified
• Additional salary information: Grade 10, £37,955 to £40,787 per annum
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 15 December 2025
• Location: Isle Of Wight, South East England
• Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week
• Company: Isle of Wight Council
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 2025_1548

Summary

37 hours per week

2 x Social Worker vacancies available

This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working.

Are you a committed and compassionate Social Worker ready to elevate your career? The Isle of Wight Council is inviting skilled professionals to become part of our progressive Localities Team, where your expertise will help shape the future of adult social care across our island community.

This is more than a role-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact, collaborate across services, and develop your professional skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Working on the Isle of Wight also offers a rare blend of professional fulfilment and personal wellbeing, with a work/life balance that's hard to match.

As a Social Worker with us, you'll be central to assessing needs, planning interventions, and delivering high-quality care aligned with the Care Act eligibility criteria. You'll work across varied settings, engaging with individuals, families, and partner organisations to achieve the best possible outcomes for those we support. You'll be part of a team that values your experience, encourages your development, and supports your growth through supervision, training, and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Evidence of working with people in social care or related settings, demonstrating strong assessment and analysis skills.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with individuals in varied environments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Confidence in negotiating, influencing, and developing support plans that meet service standards.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage caseloads and meet time targets.
• Authoritative knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and care resources.
• Financial awareness to ensure accurate support planning and budget monitoring.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and specialist systems confidently, ensuring high-quality, timely, and accurate data recording.

Why Join Us?

• A welcoming, professional team environment.
• Opportunities to influence and innovate in social care delivery.
• A council committed to equality, inclusion, and excellence.
• The chance to live and work in the beautiful Isle of Wight community.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and tell us about your expertise, compassion, and drive to a role that truly matters.

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