Specialism: Adult Social Work Location: Wandsworth, UK Salary: £32.00 per hour Contract: Ongoing | Full-Time / Part-Time
Role Overview An excellent opportunity for a Locum Adult Social Worker to join the team in Wandsworth.
£32.00 hourly rate with the flexibility to choose full-time or part-time hours.
Ongoing contract ideal for professionals seeking variety, challenge, and flexibility.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults in the local community.
Key Responsibilities Deliver timely and proportionate care assessments that are outcome-focused.
Promote independence by linking service users to local, community-based services.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care coordination.
Involve service users and carers in care planning with a focus on personalisation and empowerment.
Collaborate with Community Development Staff to enhance access to local support.
Follow risk management and adult safeguarding procedures; address child safeguarding issues where relevant.
Complete high-quality assessments and reviews reflecting real needs and outcomes.
Support service users lacking capacity in line with the Mental Capacity Act, ensuring advocacy where required.
Maintain accurate and timely records using electronic case management systems.
Manage a demanding workload effectively, using supervision and performance feedback constructively.
Make sound, evidence-based decisions and prepare clear reports as necessary.
Promote collaboration with other council departments and health professionals.
Identify and respond to high-risk situations, ensuring prompt escalation to line managers.
Keep up to date with relevant legislation and local policy to maintain best practice.
Essential Qualifications & Skills Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
Experience in adult social care, including safeguarding, care planning, and mental capacity assessments.
Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and personalisation in adult social care.
Excellent communication, report-writing, and case management skills.
Flexible Working: Choose full-time or part-time hours that suit your lifestyle.
Work-Life Balance: Achieve personal and professional balance with locum flexibility.
Professional Development: Access to ongoing CPD and training to grow your career.
Team Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative environment with experienced peers.
Community Impact: Directly improve the lives of Wandsworth residents.
Why Wandsworth? A vibrant and diverse area with parks, cafes, and cultural venues.
Offers the ideal balance between professional opportunities and personal lifestyle.
A supportive community that encourages growth and well-being.
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