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Social Worker; Locum Community Adult Social Care
Job in
Cricklewood, Brent / Willesden, Greater London, NW26PU, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-10
Listing for:
Vitalis
Contract
position Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Cricklewood
Social Worker (Locum) – Community Adult Social Care Up to £38 per hour
Location:
Civic Centre, Uxbridge, London Borough of Hillingdon
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Locum Social Worker to join our Community Adult Social Work Team. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload of adults, including older people and individuals with physical disabilities, undertaking a range of statutory duties and supporting high-quality practice across the service.
Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload within a community adult social work setting. Undertake Care Act Assessments, reviews and support planning. Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision-making. Lead and contribute to Adult Safeguarding enquiries, including Section 42 investigations. Undertake Section 117 reviews and contribute to multi-agency planning. Work collaboratively with health professionals, providers, families and partner agencies. Promote independence, strengths-based practice and positive outcomes for residents.
Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
Experience with in Adult Social Care. Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding legislation.
Experience of managing cases and making defensible decisions. Strong assessment, risk management and care planning skills. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
Desirable Experience of community-based adult social work, hospital discharge and safeguarding services. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children’s Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
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