Job Description

The Role

Make a Real Impact - Join Southwark's Adult Social Work Services

Are you a passionate social worker ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and people with physical disabilities? Do you value a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills are recognised and your development is supported?



If so, we'd love to welcome you to Southwark.



At

Southwark Council

, our Adult Social Work Services are made up of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams who are committed to helping residents live with dignity, independence, and purpose. Our work spans a range of specialisms, including

older adults

,

physical disabilities

,

dementia care

, and

support for unpaid carers

-- and we're looking for dedicated professionals to join us on this journey.

Why Choose Southwark?

More and more social workers are choosing the long-term rewards of a permanent role -- and Southwark offers the stability, support, and career growth that makes a lasting difference.



Here's what you can expect:

Career stability and clear progression pathways

Funded training and professional development

Generous annual leave and pension contributions

Flexible, hybrid working options

A supportive, inclusive team culture that values

collaboration

,

innovation

, and

compassion

Direct access to senior practice leaders, including our

Principal Social Worker

and

Principal Occupational Therapist

We're proud to be a forward-thinking borough that embraces technology, encourages fresh ideas, and is committed to continually improving the way we work -- so you can focus on delivering outstanding support to those who need it most.

Recruitment timetable

Advert close date: 11:59pm on 30th November 2025



Interview date/s: To Be Confirmed

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:


Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition



We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our

Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Job Reference: SC07458