Job Title: Social Worker Adults Duty
Key Details
Location:Wokingham
Hours:37 hours per week (full-time)
Start date:ASAP (pending interview and compliance)
Rate:£38
Job type: Locum / Agency Contract
Contact:Shanie Thomas 07484 512953 shanie.thomas@pprsocialcare.co.uk
Make a Difference
Are you a qualified Adults Social Worker seeking a role that makes a real difference? Pertemps are working with a responsive and empathetic First Contact Team, in Wokingham, to recruit a skilled professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. In this vital role, you’ll work closely with support services to offer a holistic and cohesive approach.
Adults Social WorkerRole Overview
As part of this innovative service, you will play a crucial role in assessing the needs of adults with a Strength Based Approach. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.
Adults Social WorkerKey Responsibilities
* Conduct Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews
* Respond to urgent referrals and safeguarding concerns
* Developing and implementing person-centred support
* Adopt a Strength Based Approach to care
* To identify risk and/or investigate any incidence of potential abuse or neglect of vulnerable individuals
* Collaborate with support services, health professionals, carers, and families
* Maintaining accurate records and ensure legal compliance
* To identify, attend and/ or chair meetings
* Participate in duty rota and manage incoming cases
Adults Social Worker Requirements
* A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent)
* At least 3 years post-qualifying experience
* Current registration with Social Work England
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, and risk management
* Excellent communication and decision-making skills
* Ability to work under pressure and manage complex caseloads
What are the benefits working with Pertemps?
When you work as a locum with us, you can expect adedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive social care roles UK-wide
* A fast, online registration process with support throughout
* Full compliance handled by us – hassle-free
* Reliable weekly payroll
* A referral bonus scheme – refer a friend and earn!
Looking for Something Different?
If Adults Social Workerisn't quite right, we’re still here to help. We have a wide range of local authority locum roles across the UK, including:
* Qualified Social Workers (Adults, Children & Families, MASH, Mental Health)
* Occupational Therapists (Hospital Discharge, Reablement, Moving & Handling)
* Educational Psychologists
* SEND professionals
Whether you’re seeking remote work, flexible hours, or a better rate, we are likely to have access to a role that’s the perfect match for you.Shanie Thomas 07484 512953 shanie.thomas@pprsocialcare.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr