Description Salary: £44,845 - £46,992 (Inclusive of 12.5% market supplement) Hours per week: 37 hours Rolling Advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received We are a compassionate and person-centred Adult Community Team supporting people aged 18 and over who are living with physical disabilities, chronic and long-term conditions, autism or sensory impairments. Our work is shaped by empathy, respect, honesty and genuine care, and we are committed to delivering support with integrity and trust. You will join an experienced and supportive team where teamwork, wellbeing and mutual respect guide how we work. We value each colleague as an individual and create an environment where you can be yourself, feel trusted and grow with confidence. We offer flexible working arrangements, a clear career pathway and a thorough induction. You will also benefit from regular supervision, ongoing training and peer support to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. If you are an experienced Social Worker ready to step into a role that combines leadership and skill development, this is a great opportunity to use your expertise while shaping best practice within a collaborative and values-led team. In this varied role, you will work closely with individuals, families and carers, always taking a person-centred, empathetic and adaptable approach. You will complete Care Act 2014 assessments, identify needs and manage both short-term and long-term cases. Your work will also include progressing safeguarding enquiries, supporting Court of Protection matters and working closely with health and multidisciplinary partners. Agility and professionalism are essential as you respond to changing needs with compassion and integrity. You must be registered with Social Work England, understand the Care Act 2014 and take a positive, balanced approach to risk. Above all, you will be passionate about making a meaningful difference. This position comes with a 12.5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location. We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity. Contact details Lynda Head, Team Manager, at Lynda.Head@wiltshire.gov.uk, or call 01380 826 404. Please ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application. Application criteria Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. If you have applied for this role within the last six months, you do not need to reapply. Your application will remain on file and will be considered. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion Disability Confident Employer Application process Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura). Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission. Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.