Job Description:
Social Worker (Adults – Care and Support)
Location: Liskeard, Cornwall (Covering Launceston, Callington & Gunnislake areas)
Job Type: Temporary on-going
Working Hours: Full-time (Minimum 2 days per week face-to-face)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Adult Social Worker to join our dedicated team based in Liskeard.
This is a temporary, full-time role focused on supporting adults in the East Cornwall area, covering Launceston, Callington, and Gunnislake.
You will carry out face-to-face assessments, work with multi-agency teams, and provide tailored support planning to individuals with a wide range of care needs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments
2. Undertake Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries
3. Complete Needs Assessments and Support Plans
4. Engage in court-related social work when required
5. Perform face-to-face visits (minimum 2 days per week)
6. Manage your caseload efficiently, with write-ups and administrative tasks completed remotely
Requirements
7. Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration (e.g. SWE)
8. Previous experience in adult care and safeguarding
9. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures
10. Excellent communication and report writing skills
11. Access to your own vehicle and ability to travel across East Cornwall
12. Smart/casual dress code
Benefits
13. Flexible remote working for non-contact days
14. Supportive team environment
15. Opportunity to make a real impact in the local community
Apply today to make a difference in adult social care across Cornwall.
We welcome applications from dedicated professionals ready to start immediately.