Community social care in Great Britain offers rewarding opportunities for compassionate individuals. Social care workers play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable populations, including the elderly, disabled, and those with mental health challenges. Careers in this field require empathy, patience, and strong communication skills to effectively assist clients in their daily lives.

The demand for social care professionals is rising, driven by an aging population and increased awareness of mental health issues. Job roles vary from care assistants to social workers, each providing essential services to improve clients' quality of life. Training and qualifications are often required, with many employers offering on-the-job training.

Working in community social care provides a sense of fulfillment and purpose. Professionals in this sector contribute significantly to society by promoting independence and well-being among clients. Opportunities for career advancement are available, with pathways leading to supervisory or managerial roles. Those passionate about making a difference will find community social care a rewarding and impactful career choice.
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8,994 Community & Social Care jobs in the United Kingdom

Youth Justice Social Worker

  • Contract
  • Stockport
  • We Do Social Work

  •       Salary : £35 Hourly
  • Posted today
Role: Youth Justice Social Worker Authority: Stockport Council Contract: Full Time, 37 hours per week - 3 month contract initially Office and Hybrid working An exciting opportunity has arisen with...

Youth Justice Social Worker

  • Contract
  • Stockport
  • Sheldon Phillips Ltd

  •       Salary : £35 Daily
  • Posted today
Youth Justice Social Worker Pay Rate: £35 per hour Local Authority: Stockport Council Contract: Agency Contact: Emily Cooper on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) An exciting opportunit...

Youth Justice Social Worker

  • Contract
  • SK1 Stockport, North West
  • We Do Social Work
  • 14.04.2025
Role: Youth Justice Social Worker Authority: Stockport Council Contract: Full Time, 37 hours per week - 3 month contract initially Office and Hybrid working An exciting opportunity has arisen with...

Youth Justice Social Worker

  • Contract
  • SK1 Stockport, North West
  • Sheldon Phillips Ltd
  • 09.04.2025
Youth Justice Social Worker Pay Rate: £35 per hour Local Authority: Stockport Council Contract: Agency Contact: Emily Cooper on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) An exciting opportunit...

Social Worker

  • Permanent
  • Berkshire, South East
  • Platinum Recruitment Consultancy

  •       Salary : £39000 - £48500 Annually
  • Posted today
Qualified Social Worker - Newbury, West Berkshire - up to 48,500 DOE About Our Client: We are delighted to be working in partnership with our client in Newbury, West Berkshire, seeking a passionat...

Social Worker

  • Temporary
  • Kent, South East
  • Connect2Kent

  •       Salary : £36 - £38 Hourly
  • Posted today
Job Purpose: To deliver and improve services for Children in Need, with a clear focus on those in need of protection and the wider safeguarding agenda through the provision of high-quality social ...

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Social Worker

  • Temporary
  • Kent, South East
  • Connect2Kent

  •       Salary : £36 - £38 Hourly
  • Posted today
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are c...

Social Worker

  • Temporary
  • Kent, South East
  • Connect2Kent

  •       Salary : £36 - £38 Hourly
  • Posted today
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are c...

Social Worker

  • Temporary
  • Kent, South East
  • Connect2Kent

  •       Salary : £36 - £38 Hourly
  • Posted today
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are c...

Social Worker

  • Temporary
  • Kent, South East
  • Connect2Kent

  •       Salary : £38 - £42 Hourly
  • Posted today
Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are c...

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