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Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Team

Job Title: Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Adult Safeguarding
Location: Taunton, UK
Salary: £38.00 Per Hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Contract Type: Ongoing

This is an exciting opportunity for an Adults Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team in Taunton. Earning £38.00 per hour, this ongoing role offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time working while placing you at the heart of protecting vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect. This is a rewarding position where you can make a meaningful and lasting impact.

Full Time / Part Time: Choose a working pattern that fits around your lifestyle and other commitments.

Career Growth: Access continuous professional development opportunities to support your progression within adult social care.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, giving you greater control over your schedule and assignments.

Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a wide range of professionals across health, legal, housing, and community services.

As an Adults Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team, your primary responsibility will be to protect adults at risk of abuse or neglect. You will lead and coordinate safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014, manage complex risks, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote safety, dignity, and wellbeing. This role may be offered on a locum basis, with potential consideration for permanent opportunities.

• Undertake Section 42 safeguarding enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Coordinate safeguarding responses for adults experiencing abuse or neglect.
• Develop, implement, and review safeguarding protection plans using Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP) principles.
• Complete detailed risk assessments and implement proportionate safety planning measures.
• Undertake Care Act assessments alongside safeguarding responsibilities.
• Assess mental capacity and make Best Interest decisions where required.
• Manage complex cases including self-neglect, domestic abuse, financial abuse, and organisational abuse.
• Work within relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act, and Mental Health Act where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with multi-agency partners such as health services, police, housing, and voluntary organisations.
• Maintain accurate and analytical case records and prepare high-quality reports for meetings and legal processes.

• Degree in Social Work (BA / MA / DipSW).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Previous experience within Adult Social Care, particularly safeguarding.
• Strong knowledge of adult safeguarding legislation and procedures.
• Confidence managing complex risk and multi-agency cases.
• Experience working within a dedicated Safeguarding Team.
• Experience with Court of Protection work.
• AMHP qualification or a commitment to undertake AMHP training.
• Living and working in Taunton offers an excellent quality of life, combining a vibrant town centre with beautiful surrounding countryside. With rich history, cultural attractions, and access to the great outdoors, Taunton is a fantastic place to both live and work.