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Permanent role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking enthusiastic, self-motivated, and professionally confident Social Workers to join our Community Wellbeing (Adult Social Care) team on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a welcoming, supportive, and forward-thinking environment, with a focus on making a tangible difference in the lives of adults and their communities.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Conduct Care Act Assessments and support planning using a strengths-based approach.
Manage caseloads involving physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health needs, and older adults.
Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments, Community DoLS, and Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries.
Participate in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Section 117 aftercare processes.
Work collaboratively with other professionals, families, and communities to ensure person-centred outcomes.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and contribute to case discussions and supervision.
Skills/Experience:
Solid knowledge of adult social care legislation and statutory responsibilities.
Proven experience of strengths-based, person-centred assessments and care planning.
Competence in conducting safeguarding enquiries and mental capacity assessments.
Effective communication and partnership working across multi-agency environments.
Additional Information:
The role is full-time (37 hours per week) and based across locations in Hereford City, Ross-on-Wye, and Leominster (location preference can be specified).
Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England
Degree/Diploma in Social Work (e.g. DipSW, C.Q.S.W., C.S.S.).
Interest or qualification in Practice Education, Best Interest Assessor, or Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP).
