2,128 Adult Social Worker jobs in the United Kingdom

Adult Social Worker – Community Team (Macclesfield, Cheshire East Council)

£37 per hour

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next challenge?
Cheshire East Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Community Team in Macclesfield , helping to support adults in the local area to live independently and improve their quality of life.

In this role, you will:

• p>Undertake assessments and reviews in line with Care Act requirements

• Support adults with complex needs to achieve positive outcomes

• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies

• Contribute to safeguarding practice and risk management

• Promote independence and well-being across the community

Requirements:

• Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma in Social Work or equivalent)

• Current registration with Social Work England

• Previous experience within adult services/community teams is highly desirable

• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and practice guidance

We’re not just another agency – we specialise in social work recruitment and pride ourselves on supporting you every step of the way:

• New ‘Faster Pay’ service  – get paid more quickly

• Twice weekly payroll  for your convenience

• Free DBS and compliance service  – no extra cost to you

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• Your own dedicated, friendly consultant  with extensive social work knowledge

• Access to a wide selection of social work positions  across the UK

• Refer a Friend bonus  – earn £50 for every social worker you refer who we successfully place*

• Find Your Own Job bonus  – earn £25 for bringing your own position to us*

We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer  and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
*Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.

Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: 43,299/Yr. - 46,512/Yr.
Hours: 36 hours per week
Bonuses: 5,000 Golden Handshake (one off after probation) + 3,000 Retention Payment (recurring yearly bonus)
Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site/community

Join Our Team - Make a Difference!
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.

What We Do - Our Teams at a Glance:

• Complex/ Locality Teams/ Well-being Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
• Mental Health Team.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
• Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
• Work with partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
• Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.

Why Brent Council?:

• Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
• Professional development & career progression pathways.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to River Simmons ((phone number removed)) or Vinay Kumar (phone number removed). Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact!

Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: 43,299/Yr. - 46,512/Yr.
Hours: 36 hours per week
Bonuses: 5,000 Golden Handshake (one off after probation) + 3,000 Retention Payment (recurring yearly bonus)
Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site/community

Join Our Team - Make a Difference!
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.

What We Do - Our Teams at a Glance:

• Complex/ Locality Teams/ Well-being Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
• Mental Health Team.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
• Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
• Work with partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
• Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.

Why Brent Council?:

• Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
• Professional development & career progression pathways.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to River Simmons ((phone number removed)) or Vinay Kumar (phone number removed). Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact!

Adult Safeguarding Social Worker - London Borough of Sutton

Location: London Borough of Sutton

Pay Rate: Up to 32 per hour

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? We are seeking a skilled and proactive Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join the London Borough of Sutton's team.

About the Role

As a key member of the safeguarding team, you will be on the front line of protecting vulnerable adults in the community. You will be responsible for triaging incoming safeguarding referrals, applying your expertise to determine if they meet the threshold for a Section 42 enquiry under the Care Act 2014.

Your role will involve managing complex cases and responding confidently to challenging situations, including those involving self-neglect and domestic abuse. A crucial part of your work will be to formulate effective protection plans that always put the service user's voice and needs first. You will achieve this by working collaboratively with a range of professionals, families, carers, and external agencies to secure the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritise a caseload of safeguarding referrals.
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine if a safeguarding enquiry is required.
• Develop and implement multi-agency protection plans.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies (e.g., Police, Health Services) to manage and mitigate risk.
• Provide clear and concise record-keeping and case notes.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in adult safeguarding.

Requirements:

• A professional Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a safeguarding role.
• Demonstrable experience in undertaking Section 42 (S42) safeguarding enquiries.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases and crisis situations.
• Strong communication and partnership-working skills.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant safeguarding legislation.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults in Sutton, using your skills to ensure their safety and well-being. If you are a resilient and compassionate Social Worker ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: 43,299/Yr. - 46,512/Yr.
Hours: 36 hours per week
Bonuses: 5,000 Golden Handshake (one off after probation) + 3,000 Retention Payment (recurring yearly bonus)
Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site/community

Join Our Team - Make a Difference!
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.

What We Do - Our Teams at a Glance:

• Complex/ Locality Teams/ Well-being Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
• Safeguarding, Mental Health Team.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
• Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
• Work with partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
• Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.

Why Brent Council?:

• Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
• Professional development & career progression pathways.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to River Simmons ((phone number removed)) or Vinay Kumar (phone number removed). Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact!

Adult Social Worker – Community Team (Macclesfield, Cheshire East Council)

£37 per hour

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next challenge?
Cheshire East Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Community Team in Macclesfield , helping to support adults in the local area to live independently and improve their quality of life.

In this role, you will:

• p>Undertake assessments and reviews in line with Care Act requirements

• Support adults with complex needs to achieve positive outcomes

• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies

• Contribute to safeguarding practice and risk management

• Promote independence and well-being across the community

Requirements:

• Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma in Social Work or equivalent)

• Current registration with Social Work England

• Previous experience within adult services/community teams is highly desirable

• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and practice guidance

We’re not just another agency – we specialise in social work recruitment and pride ourselves on supporting you every step of the way:

• New ‘Faster Pay’ service  – get paid more quickly

• Twice weekly payroll  for your convenience

• Free DBS and compliance service  – no extra cost to you

  < li>

• Your own dedicated, friendly consultant  with extensive social work knowledge

• Access to a wide selection of social work positions  across the UK

• Refer a Friend bonus  – earn £50 for every social worker you refer who we successfully place*

• Find Your Own Job bonus  – earn £25 for bringing your own position to us*

We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer  and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
*Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.

Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: 43,299/Yr. - 46,512/Yr.
Hours: 36 hours per week
Bonuses: 5,000 Golden Handshake (one off after probation) + 3,000 Retention Payment (recurring yearly bonus)
Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site/community

Join Our Team - Make a Difference!
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.

What We Do - Our Teams at a Glance:

• Complex/ Locality Teams/ Well-being Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
• Mental Health Team.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
• Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
• Work with partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
• Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.

Why Brent Council?:

• Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
• Professional development & career progression pathways.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to River Simmons ((phone number removed)) or Vinay Kumar (phone number removed). Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact!

Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: 43,299/Yr. - 46,512/Yr.
Hours: 36 hours per week
Bonuses: 5,000 Golden Handshake (one off after probation) + 3,000 Retention Payment (recurring yearly bonus)
Hybrid Working: 3 days on-site/community

Join Our Team - Make a Difference!
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.

What We Do - Our Teams at a Glance:

• Complex/ Locality Teams/ Well-being Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
• Mental Health Team.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
• Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
• Work with partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement within the team.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
• Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.

Why Brent Council?:

• Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
• 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
• Professional development & career progression pathways.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.

How to Apply:
Send your CV to River Simmons ((phone number removed)) or Vinay Kumar (phone number removed). Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check. Join us and be part of a team making a real impact!

Adult Safeguarding Social Worker - London Borough of Sutton

Location: London Borough of Sutton

Pay Rate: Up to 32 per hour

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? We are seeking a skilled and proactive Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join the London Borough of Sutton's team.

About the Role

As a key member of the safeguarding team, you will be on the front line of protecting vulnerable adults in the community. You will be responsible for triaging incoming safeguarding referrals, applying your expertise to determine if they meet the threshold for a Section 42 enquiry under the Care Act 2014.

Your role will involve managing complex cases and responding confidently to challenging situations, including those involving self-neglect and domestic abuse. A crucial part of your work will be to formulate effective protection plans that always put the service user's voice and needs first. You will achieve this by working collaboratively with a range of professionals, families, carers, and external agencies to secure the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritise a caseload of safeguarding referrals.
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine if a safeguarding enquiry is required.
• Develop and implement multi-agency protection plans.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies (e.g., Police, Health Services) to manage and mitigate risk.
• Provide clear and concise record-keeping and case notes.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in adult safeguarding.

Requirements:

• A professional Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a safeguarding role.
• Demonstrable experience in undertaking Section 42 (S42) safeguarding enquiries.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases and crisis situations.
• Strong communication and partnership-working skills.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant safeguarding legislation.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults in Sutton, using your skills to ensure their safety and well-being. If you are a resilient and compassionate Social Worker ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.