Senior Social Worker, Community Team - Lead & Safeguard

Seemp; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Community Team in Maidenhead. This full-time role requires a Social Work qualification along with significant experience in adult social care and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing care assessments and safeguarding practices, with a salary range of £45,831 – £50,414 plus a retention bonus. The role offers a supportive work environment with numerous employee benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Payment of registration fees

Free employee parking

Local Government Pension scheme

Discount schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification required.
• Significant experience managing complex adult cases.
• Strong understanding of relevant social care legislation.

Responsibilities

• Record and assess referrals from agencies.
• Arrange community care packages and manage reviews.
• Deliver statutory services and conduct assessments.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Experience in adult social care

Knowledge of Care Act 2014

Experience in adult safeguarding

Leadership skills

Decision-making confidence

Flexible approach to change

Education

Current registration with Social Work England

Job description

A local government organization is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Community Team in Maidenhead. This full-time role requires a Social Work qualification along with significant experience in adult social care and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing care assessments and safeguarding practices, with a salary range of £45,831 – £50,414 plus a retention bonus. The role offers a supportive work environment with numerous employee benefits including generous leave and pension schemes.