Job Description

About the Role

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We are seeking a committed and compassionate

Social Work Officer (PO1)

to support adults across the borough under a strengths-based model of practice. You will hold a caseload of non-complex cases, carrying out assessments, reviews and support planning to help residents maximise their independence, wellbeing, resilience, and engagement with community resources.



You will work closely with qualified Social Workers and multi-disciplinary teams, contributing to improved outcomes and ensuring residents receive the right support at the right time. This role is vital in delivering high-quality adult social care and supporting safe, effective and person-centred decision making.

Key Responsibilities

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Casework & Support

Hold a caseload of non-complex cases, supporting adults to improve independence, resilience and wellbeing. Undertake strengths-based

assessments

,

reviews

, and

support planning

. Provide practical support, including helping service users access: Living aids and equipment, Welfare benefits, Community resources. Assist in arranging short-term care and respite to help prevent carer breakdown.

Direct Work with Adults & Carers

Work with adults, families, carers and communities to help them make informed decisions and engage in their support plans. Develop effective working relationships to motivate and support individuals.

Multi-Agency Working

Liaise with colleagues across the health and social care partnership. Attend MDT meetings and contribute towards achieving positive outcomes. Attend safeguarding strategy meetings as required.

Record Keeping & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely and complete case notes, documentation and reports. Update systems and contribute to information gathering for legal purposes where required. Undertake regular reviews of care packages. Complete

Continuing Health Care (CHC)

checklists and identify cases requiring full assessment.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience

Genuine motivation to develop a career in Adult Social Care. Understanding of how Adult Social Care supports vulnerable adults to maximise independence. Ability to explain and apply social care values, ethics and strengths-based practice. Demonstrated achievement focus and reliability in previous work or voluntary experience. Strong understanding of diversity, equality and cultural awareness. Competent in using IT systems for case recording and communication.

Enhanced DBS required

Desirable

Experience supporting adults in a social care environment (voluntary or paid). Knowledge of local community resources and support networks.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Proof of Right to Work in the UK Enhanced DBS Check Satisfactory references Compliance with Data Protection, GDPR and safeguarding policies

Benefits

Why Join Us?

Play a meaningful role in supporting vulnerable adults. Gain hands-on experience in strengths-based practice within a supportive team. Work collaboratively with social workers, MDTs and partner agencies. Opportunity to develop skills for progression into qualified social work roles.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply directly or email their CV to:


Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) -- or willingness to work towards this.