Specialist CHC Senior Social Worker

3D Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An agency for social care placement is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join Medway Council's Adult Social Care service. This hybrid role involves leading complex CHC assessments, managing a clinical caseload, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have substantial post-qualification experience and strong knowledge of CHC and the Mental Capacity Act. This position offers competitive pay rates and dedicated support.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Pension and holiday pay

Free CPD training

One-to-one consultant support

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Registration with Social Work England or Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Substantial post-qualification experience in social work or nursing.
• Strong knowledge of CHC and consent processes.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate CHC assessments and reviews.
• Manage a clinical caseload from assessment to resolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to arrange care packages.
• Maintain accurate records and support data reporting.

Skills

Registeration with Social Work England

Post-qualification experience in social work

Knowledge of CHC and Mental Capacity Act

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Ability to manage a dynamic caseload

UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Senior Social Worker - Specialist CHC - Medway Council. 3D Recruit invites you to join Medway Council's Adult Social Care service in a hybrid role to lead complex assessments, shape care planning, and make a genuine difference to people across the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate CHC assessments and reviews (virtual and face-to-face)
• Manage a clinical caseload from assessment to resolution
• Collaborate with stakeholders to arrange care packages and placements
• Provide expert advice on CHC, Section 117, and joint funding pathways
• Maintain accurate records and support data reporting and governance
• Contribute to training, induction, and continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Registration with Social Work England (SWE) or Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Substantial post-qualification experience in social work or nursing
• Strong knowledge of CHC, Mental Capacity Act (MCA), and consent processes
• Excellent communication, report writing, and IT skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a dynamic caseload
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport

Desirable

• Experience with Section 117 aftercare
• Background in mental health, learning disabilities, or older adult services

Why Work with 3D Recruit?

• Exclusive access to local authority roles not advertised elsewhere
• Competitive pay rates with pension and holiday pay
• Free CPD training to maintain registration and enhance your skills
• Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
• Referral bonuses up to £250 (T&Cs apply)

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead high-quality CHC assessments and make a lasting impact in adult social care, tap 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and connect with 3D Recruit today. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply early to avoid missing out.