Social Worker, Community Health

Join to apply for the Social Worker role at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Salary £38,976 to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience). Permanent, Full Time, Wandsworth.

• undertaking assessments of individuals and carers to encourage independence, provide support and prevent harm.
• working in partnership with service users and carers using a person‑centred approach, with the aim of maximising independence, wellbeing and choice.
• applying social work principles and values to guide professional practice and respect diversity.

• Have a ‘can do’ attitude to work.
• Continuously seek better value for money while meeting resident’s outcomes at lower cost.
• Have the interests of residents and service users at heart, ensuring the highest standards of service provision.
• Take a team approach that values collaboration and partnership working.
• Maintain knowledge of current developments in relevant legislation, national guidance and frameworks, and how to access more detailed information (including safeguarding responsibilities).
• Be able to make rapid judgements, even in emergencies.

• Post qualification experience and a good knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding responsibilities in the local authority.

• Good communication, decision‑making and time‑management skills.

• £3,000 retention bonus (every 2 years’ service).
• Payment of Social Work England registration fee.
• Performance‑related salary progression scheme.
• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays (39 paid days in total).
• Regular reflective supervision and peer group supervision.
• Bespoke Personal Development Plans.
• Fully funded training opportunities and career pathways (Practice Educator, Leadership, Management, AMHP, Social Work Apprenticeships, Coaching and Mentoring, Adults Safeguarding at Risk).
• Access to Research in Practice membership and Institute of Leadership and Management resources.

To apply for this role please complete the application form which will ask for your CV and a supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the role.

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Ozan Fitton‑Brown, Service Manager on ozan.fitton-brown@

Sunday 18th January 2026

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.