Senior Social Worker - Adult Safeguarding Hub

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Senior Social Worker - Adult Safeguarding Hub

Employer:

Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £53,270 - £54,354 Per Annum, Plus Benefits (Including £3,000 Market Supplement)

Location:

Shute End, Wokingham

Contract:

Permanent Working Pattern:
Full Time

Hours:

37 hours per day. DBS Check:
Enhanced Closing Date: 15/03/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 711802 Senior Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding Hub We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Senior Social Worker to join our Adult Safeguarding Hub at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll lead safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act and offer professional advice to social workers, support workers and teams across the Council.

You’ll work closely with our partners so we can make quicker, safer decisions for the people we support. This is an exciting time to join us as we are expanding the team! Our service was recently recognised as one of the highest performing in the country after a CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council is part of the Social Care Future movement, which champions a vision where everyone can live in a place they love, connected to the people and activities that matter most, whatever their age, health or disability.

Our hybrid working model gives you the flexibility to balance home working within person meetings and visits. You will join a friendly, dynamic team working on challenging but engaging work, making a real difference to others. Hear is what one of our social workers in the team has to say: “In the three months I’ve worked at Wokingham Borough Council, I’ve found the Safeguarding Team to be welcoming, supportive and well led.

I feel genuinely valued in my role within my team and also in the wider Adult Social Care service. There are strong opportunities for learning and professional development, and a culture that encourages growth and good practice as well as flexible working. I’m very pleased I made the move to Wokingham.” ⭐Staff Benefits⭐ Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team.

You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: ⭐Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays ⭐Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) ⭐GP Helpline 7 days a week ⭐Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline ⭐Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines ⭐Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) ⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Car and Cycle to Work ⭐Local & Lifestyle Discounts – savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more ⭐Move through Menopause Course ⭐Sports & Social Group Activities – running, football, cricket, and more ⭐Learning & Development Opportunities ⭐Employee Networks ⭐And more!

Key responsibilities Be part of the Adult Safeguarding Hub (ASH) duty rota, taking in all adult safeguarding concerns for the borough and making sure we apply the right thresholds from the start. Carry out initial safeguarding enquiries and lead on more complex Section 42 enquiries. Take on the role of Safeguarding Adults Manager (SAM) for enquiries when needed. Chair strategy meetings, discussions and any other meetings linked to safeguarding work.

Plan and deliver safeguarding workshops and training for staff and partners. Provide supervision and day‑to‑day support to Adult Safeguarding Hub Practitioners, including both qualified and unqualified workers. Candidate requirements Social work qualification Evidenced experience of direct work with Adult Safeguarding issues. Leadership skills to supervise and support safeguarding practitioners. Excellent communication and professional management skills to chair strategy meetings. Ability to prioritise and work with competing demands.

Our area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of…