Adults Locaity Worker - Gloucester Locality Team

Hoop Recruitment Ltd; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £35

Accommodation/mileage allowance £150/w

Capped caseload 25

Agile/remote working

Induction in office

Job summary

Hoop Social Work is recruiting a full-time Locum Social Worker to join an Adult Social Care Locality Team in Gloucester on an initial 6-month contract. You will support adults to maintain control over their lives, within a Three Conversations framework and multi-agency setting.

The role offers £35 per hour plus a £150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance, a capped caseload of 25, agile/remote working, and induction in the office for the first two weeks.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Completion of your ASYE or equivalent demonstrable experience in a statutory social work setting.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care.
• Experience in a multi-agency environment and court setting.
• Knowledge of legislation, models and theories relevant to Adult Social Work.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Minimum of 6 months' UK Social Work experience.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Three years' referencing.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work support to adults to help maintain control over their lives.
• Work in a locality team focusing on strengths, relationships and community networks.
• Collaborate in a multi-agency environment and may be involved in court-related work.

Skills

UK driving licence

Education

Social Work qualification

ASYE completion

Job description

Locum Adult Social Worker - Gloucester Locality Team

Gloucestershire | 6-Month Contract | £35 per hour + £150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance

Hoop Social Work are recruiting for a full-time Locum Social Worker to join an Adult Social Care Locality Team in Gloucester on an initial 6-month contract.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for a well-supported role offering agile working, capped caseloads and a competitive hourly rate.

About the role

As a Social Worker, you'll work alongside adults to understand what matters to them and help them maintain control over their lives, either with the right support in place or as independently as possible.

You'll work with people experiencing a range of circumstances, including those requiring support during periods of crisis. The service uses the Three Conversations approach, focusing on people's strengths, relationships, networks and the communities around them.

You'll also work as part of a multi-agency environment and may be involved in court-related work.

The role offers:

• £35 per hour
• £150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance (T&Cs apply)
• Capped caseload of 25
• Guaranteed minimum 3-month placement, with the possibility of extension
• Agile/remote working - first 2 weeks in the office for induction, followed by a maximum of 2-3 days per week in Gloucestershire for visits, meetings and supervision
• Regular supervision, guidance and dedicated support from line management
• Full-time, 6-month locum contract

To be considered, you'll need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Current registration with Social Work England
• Completion of your ASYE or equivalent demonstrable experience in a statutory social work setting
• Experience working within Adult Social Care
• Experience working in a multi-agency environment and court setting
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation, models and theories relevant to Adult Social Work
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a car (exceptions may apply under the Equality Act)
• A minimum of 6 months' UK Social Work experience
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be happy to apply for one
• Three years' referencing

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, so you must already have the right to work in the UK.

Why register with Hoop Social Work?

• 20+ years' experience in the Social Work market
• Exclusive roles and early access to new opportunities
• PAYE or Umbrella payroll options
• Twice-weekly payroll
• A dedicated consultant as your main point of contact, with wider team support when needed
• £200 Love2Shop voucher for every successful friend or colleague you refer
• Wellbeing sessions and thoughtful extras, including birthday gifts
• DBS and compliance support to make the process as straightforward as possible