Adult Social Worker – AR

Job Details

Adult Social Worker – Health Partnerships and Housing

Location: Kettering / Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Pay Rate: £33–£35 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: 6–9 months
Working Arrangement: Initially office-based for induction, with hybrid working available once established in the role.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Health Partnerships and Housing team, supporting vulnerable adults with a range of care and support needs.

You will be responsible for managing an allocated caseload, completing individual assessments, identifying safeguarding concerns and developing personalised care and support plans. You will work closely with service users, families, carers and a range of health and social care professionals to promote independence, improve outcomes and ensure individuals receive appropriate support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage an allocated caseload of adults with additional care and support needs.
  • Complete Care Act assessments, individual needs assessments and risk assessments.
  • Develop personalised care and support plans based on individual circumstances and eligibility criteria.
  • Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring vulnerable adults are protected from harm.
  • Apply relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act.
  • Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, hospitals, housing teams and other partner organisations.
  • Coordinate care packages, equipment and adaptations to support individuals’ independence.
  • Maintain accurate case records, assessments, reports and documentation.
  • Attend and lead multidisciplinary meetings where required.
  • Provide guidance and support to Assessment and Enablement Workers and less experienced colleagues.

Essential Requirements

  • Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification (CQSW/DipSW).
  • Current registration with Social Work England.
  • Experience working within Adult Social Care, supporting vulnerable adults.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act.
  • Experience completing Care Act assessments, support plans and risk assessments.
  • Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures and legislation.
  • Ability to manage an independent caseload and make sound professional decisions.
  • Strong communication, organisational and report-writing skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Full UK driving licence and ability to travel independently.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience working within a Local Authority Adult Social Care team.
  • Experience supporting older people, adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities or physical disabilities.
  • Experience working alongside hospital discharge teams and healthcare professionals.
  • Training towards becoming an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP).
  • Experience supporting or supervising less experienced colleagues.

Working Arrangements

The successful candidate will initially work from the office as part of their induction and training. Once confident and established in the role, hybrid working will be available, with a combination of office and home working.

Office Locations:

  • William Knibb Centre, Alfred Street, Kettering, NN16 0SW.
  • Swanspool House, Wellingborough, NN8 1BP.