Social Worker - Adult Social Care; West Team

Social Worker - Adult Social Care (West Team)

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits
Location: Shute End, Wokingham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 15/03/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 711558

We're excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Social Worker to join our dedicated Adult Social Care Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.

As a Social Worker in our West Team, you will work with a diverse range of people supporting them to live the life they want to live. You'll get to know the people you work with and what matters most to them. You'll focus on what they can do as well as what they may need some support with, working in partnership with carers to enable carers them to continue in their caring roles for as long as they choose and are able to.

This role involves working directly with adults with a wide range of needs, including older adults, people with physical disabilities, individuals affected by alcohol or substance misuse or hoarding, as well as carers who are seeking advice, support and guidance. You will have the ability to carry out safeguarding enquiries when there are concerns or allegations of abuse or neglect involving adults with care and support needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, that currently scores as one of the highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. We are especially proud to be rated 'Outstanding' for how we learn, improve, and come up with new ideas. This reflects our commitment to supporting our social workers to grow, share ideas, and deliver the very best outcomes for the people we support.

You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and care. Whether you're new to the role or bringing years of experience, you'll be welcomed, encouraged, and supported to do your best work and make a real difference in people lives.

Wokingham Borough Council is proud to support , a movement working to change how we think about social care. Its goal is simple: everyone should be able to live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, in communities that care and help them do what matters most.

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 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

GP Helpline 7 days per 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:

• Working with people; having conversations to assess and review the needs of adults and carers in line with the Care Act 2014

• Offering tailored advice, guidance, and access to the right support that people need

• Keeping people safe; supporting people to manage risk and plan how to keep themselves self when necessary

• Work with people in a person-centred way, respecting their dignity, culture, and wishes

• Using a strengths-based approach to help people live independently with a real focus on what is important to them

Candidate requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)

• At least 1 years' experience post-qualification and completion of ASYE

• A good understanding of social care law and professional practice

• An ability to travel around the borough for visits, meetings and appointments

• Strong professional values, compassionate and the ability to work well as part of a team

About Wokingham

Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire, close to Reading and London, with great transport links. It's a…