3 months Contract with a local authority Job Purpose The Review Team is a generic adult social work team that completes both scheduled and targeted reviews using a strength-based approach under the Care Act and completes Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests assessments. The team also has a duty function, and as such, there is a requirement that social workers regularly participate in this function. Key Duties/Accountabilities Conduct Care Act-compliant reviews of care and support plans, ensuring they remain appropriate and proportionate. Apply a strengths-based, person-centred approach to all assessments and interventions. Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests decisions in line with legal frameworks. Participate in the team’s duty rota, responding to urgent referrals and safeguarding concerns. Liaise with service users, carers, families, and multi-agency professionals to ensure holistic support planning. Essential Experience Required Proven experience in adult social care, ideally within a review or assessment team. Experience conducting Care Act assessments and reviews. Experience working with individuals with complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. Essential Qualification Required Degree in Social Work or equivalent. Registration with Social Work England. Additional information to note Working hours: 36 hours per week The closing date for this role is 30th June 2025. Requirements Requirements Proven experience in adult social care Experience conducting Care Act assessments and reviews Experience working with individuals with complex needs, including mental health, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities Degree in Social Work or equivalent Registration with Social Work England