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Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team
Location-West Midlands
Duration - 12 weeks
Hours per week- 37 hours
Hybrid Working
Pay Rate-28.40

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join a dedicated Learning Disabilities Team in the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact, supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve their goals, maximise their independence, and live safe, fulfilling lives within their communities.
Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred social work practice, ensuring individuals are empowered to make choices and have control over the support they receive.

The Role
As a Social Worker within the Learning Disabilities Team, you will manage a varied caseload and work closely with individuals, families, carers, health professionals, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking strengths-based assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred care and support plans.
• Supporting adults with learning disabilities to maximise independence and wellbeing.
• Completing Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decisions where required.
• Managing safeguarding enquiries and promoting positive risk-taking.
• Working collaboratively with health colleagues, housing providers, advocacy services, and community organisations.
• Supporting transitions, hospital discharges, and long-term support planning where appropriate.
• Ensuring individuals have access to the right services, resources, and opportunities within their local communities.
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records.
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality practice.

About You
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Social Worker who is committed to promoting rights, independence, and inclusion for adults with learning disabilities.
You will:

• Be confident managing complex cases and making informed professional decisions.
• Demonstrate excellent assessment and care planning skills.
• Have a strong understanding of strengths-based and person-centred practice.
• Be an effective communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families, and professionals.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Be committed to achieving positive outcomes and improving quality of life for service users.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care.
• Sound knowledge of:
  • Care Act 2014
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Safeguarding Adults Procedures
  • Human Rights Act
  • Equality and Disability legislation
• Strong assessment, risk management, and care planning skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (where required)

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

Apply Today
If you are an experienced Social Worker looking to further your career within a thriving Learning Disabilities Team, we'd love to hear from you

Experienced Adult Social Worker Review Team

We're looking for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy and supportive Adult Social Care Review Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete strengths-based Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning.
• Manage complex cases, including safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014.
• Undertake Best Interest Assessments and support Deprivation of Liberty processes.
• Work closely with health professionals and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to prevent hospital admissions and promote independence.
• Participate in the team's duty function, including daily case triage and huddles.
• Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding, MASH, MARAC and MAPPA processes where required.
• Maintain accurate case records and work in line with Social Work England standards and the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF).

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience within Adult Social Care, including complex assessments and safeguarding.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and Best Interest processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

Good Pay Strong Team Support Work Flexibility

Wanting a role that offers flexibility to help you get by in your day to day?

You'll be offered a hybrid working model, as this council understands that people have their own commitments they have to work around - we are all human! Then you'll have time you need for any personal/childcare jobs you have to do!

Join a supportive team in an inclusive council. Safeguarding is a role that requires quick and sometimes critical thinking, and in this team there is a wealth of knowledge for you to feed off.

Your with the Safeguarding Team involves giving emotional support, practical help, and advocating for vulnerable adults while protecting their rights. You'll also need to keep good records, attend team meetings, and use your compassionate nature and good communication skills to make a positive impact on the lives of at-risk adults and help the community.

Leaders in Care can provide competitive rates, supported by a service that has earned over 500 5 Google reviews. This includes weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet & payroll system, eliminating the Friday stress of refreshing your bank to check for your money!

To be considered for this position, it's essential to hold a Social Work Qualification and maintain registration with SWE.

If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly submit your CV and availability to (url removed) or call me at (phone number removed). We look forward to hearing from you!

Alternatively, if you know someone who would excel in this role, please refer them! We offer a generous 500 reward for successful referrals.

Were looking for a driven and experienced Social Worker to join one of our 4 NCN Managed Care Teams. Based at Newports Civic Centre (this may alter based on service need) and in the community of Newport undertaking strengths-based assessments as per the SSWBA, reviews, short term pieces of work to maximise independence and well-being. Our NCNs work alongside adults of all ages in their own homes, home in residential/nursing placements or home in supported living and work in collaboration with other organisations and colleagues. This may include the older adult mental health teams, learning disability team, physical disability services.
You will be responsible for managing a caseload and ensuring documentation and electronic systems are accurate.
Experience in statutory managed care would be great alongside assessment and risk assessment skills. Skills needed are strengths based assessment and communication, time management, risk assessment and mitigation, working alongside families and carers and flexibility. Their written work should be of a high standard. The Social Worker may be based in Newport 5 days a week, depending on service need and needs to be able to drive

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Adult Social Worker Opportunities Surrey Council Up to 38.69 per Hour

Eden Brown Synergy is working in with Surrey Council and is currently recruiting experienced Adult Social Workers for several exciting locum opportunities, with rates of up to 38.69 per hour.

Up to 38.69 per hour

Join a multidisciplinary team supporting adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism. You will undertake strengths-based assessments, develop person-centred care plans, coordinate services, and promote independence while ensuring compliance with the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding legislation.

Key Requirements:

• Social Work qualification (BA/MA or equivalent)
• Current Social Work England (SWE) registration
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health needs
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Up to 38.69 per hour

Work with older adults and individuals with physical disabilities, carrying out Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning. You'll work closely with health professionals, carers and partner agencies to deliver person-centred outcomes that maximise independence and wellbeing.

Key Requirements:

• Social Work qualification (BA/MA or equivalent)
• Current Social Work England (SWE) registration
• Experience within Adult Social Care, particularly Older People or Physical Disabilities teams
• Strong assessment, care planning and case management skills
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding procedures
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Up to 38.69 per hour

Be part of a specialist Mental Health team providing statutory social work support to adults with complex mental health needs. You will complete assessments, risk management plans, safeguarding enquiries and multidisciplinary working to achieve positive outcomes for service users.

Key Requirements:

• Social Work qualification (BA/MA or equivalent)
• Current Social Work England (SWE) registration
• Experience working within Adult Mental Health services
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Excellent communication, assessment and decision-making skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• 300 referral bonus when you refer a friend or colleague
• Bonus for finding your own placement
• Twice-weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your assignment

To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call (phone number removed).

Know someone who would be interested? Refer them to us and receive a 300 referral bonus.

Referral bonus is subject to Eden Brown Synergy's referral terms and conditions.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Adult Social Care Practitioner Adult Early Support Team

Location: Manchester
Team: Adult Early Support Team (AEST)

We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Care Practitioner to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding Adult Early Support Team (AEST) within Adult Social Care.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, innovative and motivated professional who wants to make a real difference to the lives of adults in the community.

The Adult Early Support Team takes a strengths-based, preventative approach, providing effective support from the first point of contact. The team works to prevent, reduce or delay the escalation of care and support needs, while promoting independence, resilience and positive outcomes for residents.

You will work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, supporting adults who may be experiencing a range of complex circumstances and social care needs.

Working collaboratively with individuals, families, professionals and community organisations, you will identify strengths, assets and opportunities to support people to remain independent and achieve their desired outcomes.

• Provide strengths-based social care support to adults from the point of first contact.
• Undertake assessments and identify individual needs, strengths, risks and desired outcomes.
• Work proactively to prevent, reduce or delay the escalation of care and support needs.
• Promote independence, choice, control and wellbeing.
• Develop creative and person-centred solutions to meet identified needs.
• Work collaboratively with adults, families, carers and wider support networks.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary partners including social care teams, police, mental health professionals, occupational therapists and voluntary sector organisations.
• Identify appropriate community resources, services and preventative support.
• Contribute to effective safeguarding and risk management.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records and professional documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and contribute to coordinated support planning.
• Work flexibly and creatively in a rapidly developing service environment.
• Contribute to the wider prevention agenda and continuous improvement of the service.

We are looking for someone who is dynamic, passionate, creative and committed to making a positive difference.

You should have:

• Experience working within a social care or adult social care setting.
• Experience supporting adults with complex needs and challenging circumstances.
• A strong understanding of strengths-based and person-centred approaches.
• Excellent assessment, communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships with adults, families and professionals.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong partnership-working skills and the ability to collaborate with a range of agencies.
• The confidence to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A flexible and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• A commitment to promoting independence, choice and positive outcomes.
• Relevant qualifications and experience in line with the role's JDPS.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and rapidly expanding service where your work can have a direct impact on prevention, independence and the wellbeing of adults across the community.

You will work alongside a diverse range of professionals and partner organisations, gaining valuable experience within a collaborative and innovative adult social care environment.

To be considered for this role, candidates will be required to provide:

• 3 years of satisfactory references
• Full employment history with all gaps in employment explained and checked
• Relevant qualifications in line with the JDPS
• Right to Work documentation
• Enhanced DBS where required
• Evidence of relevant social care experience

If you are an experienced Adult Social Care Practitioner who is passionate about prevention, strengths-based practice and supporting adults to maintain their independence, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity within the Adult Early Support Team.

Adult social worker

Purpose of the job

Under the supervision of the Team Manager and Senior Practitioner the post-holder will ensure that needs of adult social care clients are identified, safeguarded and met.

You will have practical knowledge and experience of social work practice within the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and demonstrate the ability to work within the Mental Health Act 1983 and 2007, Human Rights Act 1998 and Care Act 2014.

The post holder will apply the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards procedures to the assessment and review process and be able to practice independently in the Best Interest Assessor role.

Duties and responsibilities

This is not a comprehensive list of all the tasks, which may be required of the post holder. It is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken.

1. Promote the welfare and safeguarding of adults in Knowsley.
2. To carry out timely assessments on Knowsley adult residents in accordance with the DOLS model of assessment together with supporting guidance.
3. Ensure assessments and planning for people actively promote the participation and engagement of all relevant agencies, the person and their family.
4. Prepare/formulate support plans for people which take account of their views wishes in the implementation of those support plans.
5. To maintain case records to a high standard and produce reports in accordance with the Service guidance/policy and procedure which reflect national guidelines using the relevant information technology.
6. To ensure that the diverse needs of people and their families are identified, met and regularly reviewed and plans updated to reflect any subsequent changes.
7. To participate in developmental activities as may be required, and to promote improvement of service or the use of resources.
8. Ensure the statutory duties of the Council are fulfilled and met in accordance with legal requirements and Service responsibilities to promote and safeguard a vulnerable person s welfare.
9. To pursue appropriate personal and professional training and development opportunities as and when they occur to ensure compliance with HCPC and Directorate standards/expectations.
10. To comply with all the Council s Standing orders and Financial regulations.
11. Any other duties (commensurate with the grade) which will assist the Service in meeting its objectives.

Essential:

CQSW/DipSW/CSS

Registration with Social Work England

Contact (url removed)

(phone number removed)

This role has a starting salary of 34,660 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

We are excited to be hiring a new Team Leader to join our fantastic Reablement team. The team is based in Woking and covers the West 2 area of Surrey. We offer a hybrid working model with a minimum of two office days per week.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff)
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.

About the Team

The Reablement Service is part of the Adults Wellbeing and Health Partnerships directorate. We are a multi-disciplinary team who provide short term support for up to 6 weeks to people, usually in their own homes, to promote independence and choice by helping them work towards their reablement goals as set out in their support plan. Our aim is to help improve people's quality of life, maximise long term independence and enable people to remain or return to live in their own home within the community.

We are an Occupational Therapy-led service, and our community workforce includes Occupational Therapists, Specialist Workers, Team Leaders, Integrated Reablement Workers and Reablement Assistants. All roles work in a way that seeks to improve people's lives by working on their strengths, rather than their weaknesses, and making use of the community and networks around them, as well as local authority-provided services.

We work closely with some private providers across Surrey who are part of our Collaborative Reablement Service (CRS). CRS is an extension of our Reablement Teams - by having CRS partners we have more capacity to support more Surrey residents.

About the Role

As a Reablement Team Leader you will be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day work of the team, to deliver a high-quality service in accordance with regulatory requirements. This will include triaging all cases needing reablement support and managing a small team of Reablement Assistants and Integrated Reablement Workers to support people to achieve their support plan goals. You will work alongside the Reablement Occupational Therapy team and wider Health and Social Care colleagues to deliver the best possible service to people we support.

You will work part of your hours on a rolling weekend rota and will work closely with Team Leaders in other areas to support the wider Reablement Service and co-ordinate staff rotas.

Shortlisting Criteria

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

• The ability to develop and review reablement programmes to support people achieve independence
• The ability to effectively line manage a diverse team
• The ability to plan, manage and prioritise a caseload and seek guidance where necessary
• The ability to work flexibly across an area to support staff and build local relationships with key partners
• Competency in a range of IT skills

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions:

1. Looking at our advert, and considering the Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", please tell us what it is about the role that has motivated you to apply.
2. Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role?
3. What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Reablement Team Leader and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability?

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/08/2026 with interviews to follow.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Exciting new perm opportunity for a qualified social worker in the Family Support and safeguarding team at Cambridgeshire.

Locations available are: Huntingdon (PE29 3AD), Wisbech (PE13 2JD), Cambridge City (CB2 9NL) Hybrid working with a mix of office, home working and visits Compressed hours (5 days in 4) and 9 day fortnight available from day 1 if fits with the team and service

Salary range 41,958 to 44,822

Retention payment available after first year 2.5% of the bottom of the grade payable after 1 year (365 days service). (phone number removed)% of the bottom of the grade payable after 2 years (730 days service). 3,% of the bottom of the grade payable after 3 years (1095 days service). 4,196 Total over the 3 years 20.00% 8,392 Annually after the three years flat rate 1,500

Must have completed ASYE and have a minimum of 2/3 years post qualifying experience.

If interested please send your CV to Toni Rowe

Caritas Recruitment

Our client Leicestershire County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Carers Assessment and Review Team.

Key responsibilities

• Carers assessments under the Care Act
• Reviews of carers support packages. Including review of their direct payment and a financial audit of the direct payment.
• All reviews will be primarily in person

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.