Social Worker, Safeguarding & DoLS

Location:

Rutland - Oakham

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Flexible Hours/Full Time

Hours:

37 hours per week. Flexible and agile working.

DBS Check:

Closing Date:

26/07/2026 at 23:59

Reference:

AAH/0726/31515

We are looking for experienced and solution focused Social Workers to join our Adult Safeguarding & DoLS Team in Rutland County Council. The role of a Social Worker in Adult Social Care is varied, working with some of the most at risk members of our Rutland community. You will be working with adults aged 18+ and will deal with cases requiring you to be resilient and empathetic.

If you enjoy supporting a range of adults to overcome challenges, live safe from abuse and reach their full potential, this could be the opportunity for you!

About you…

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• Knowledge of Adult Care legislation and procedures
• Experience of safeguarding enquiries under The Care Act 2014, mental capacity assessments and best interest decision making

About the role…

• To assess the social care needs of Rutland (adult) residents who are at risk of or experiencing abuse or neglect.
• To promote and contribute to the safety and well-being of all people in the community through the implementation of the Rutland safeguarding adults’ practices and procedures and multi-agency risk management.
• To take referrals and process according to Departmental guidelines, standards and RCC policies. To triage referrals and where appropriate provide a rapid response where enquiries indicate a level of immediate risk.
• To work in an integrated way with partners including health and colleagues across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to conduct enquiries, implement protection plans and promote the rights, freedoms and outcomes of those supported.

As travel throughout the county is essential, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.

In addition, we can offer manageable caseloads, with reflective peer practice, CPD sessions and regular 1 to 1 supervision.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS and Social work England registration are paid by us.

The Social Worker, Safeguarding & DoLS interviews will be held face to face at the council offices during week commencing 03 August 2026. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.