Adults Social Worker - Care Act Assessment Team Sanctuary Personal

Specialism: Adult social work
Location: Nottingham, UK
Pay rate: £33.00 per hour
Contract duration: 6 months
Working hours: 37 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Care Act Assessment Team in Nottingham. This six-month locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £33.00 and full-time hours, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred assessments that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting adults with a wide range of needs, working in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation while contributing to effective, strengths-based support planning across the city.

Full-time hours with hourly pay: Benefit from consistent working hours while enjoying the flexibility and financial advantages of hourly pay.

Professional development: Access ongoing training and learning opportunities to support continued professional growth.

Collaborative working environment: Be part of a supportive and experienced team committed to high standards of practice.

Varied caseload: Gain exposure to a broad range of adult needs, including physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health, and older adults.

Complete Care Act 2014–compliant assessments, reviews, and reassessments for adults with care and support needs.

Apply the Wellbeing Principle and strengths-based approaches to promote independence and positive outcomes.

Develop support plans and personal budgets in partnership with individuals, carers, and providers.

Undertake Mental Capacity Act assessments and make best-interest decisions where required.

Identify, assess, and support carers in line with statutory carers’ assessment duties.

Manage safeguarding concerns and contribute to multi-agency safeguarding enquiries.

Work collaboratively with health professionals, voluntary sector partners, and internal teams to deliver integrated care.

Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant case records and reports.

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

Strong assessment, analytical, and risk-management skills.

Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation.

Previous experience within a Care Act Assessment Team.

Familiarity with Nottingham City services and pathways.

Experience using strengths-based and outcome-focused practice models.

Nottingham is a vibrant and diverse city offering an excellent quality of life. With its rich cultural scene, green spaces, historic landmarks, and welcoming communities, it’s a fantastic place to live and work. Excellent transport links, lively neighbourhoods, and a strong sense of community make Nottingham an ideal base for your next locum role.

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