ASC - Adult Senior Social Worker - Social Care Qualified

Job Opportunity: Adult Senior Social Worker – Adult Learning Disability Team

Location: Bromley, Kent Pay Rate: £37.12 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 3-Month Assignment Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week Working Arrangement: Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in the office

About the Role

We are currently recruiting an experienced Adult Senior Social Worker to join the Adult Learning Disability Team in Bromley, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and experienced social work professional to provide senior-level support, undertake complex assessments, lead safeguarding enquiries and coordinate person-centred care and support for adults with learning disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management and effective delivery of the Duty Service, undertaking Senior Duty Social Worker responsibilities.

• Undertake the role of Safeguarding Adults Manager and Enquiry Officer in line with the London Safeguarding Adults Procedures.

• Complete assessments for adults and their carers, identifying needs, risks and appropriate interventions.

• Develop, coordinate, monitor and review person-centred care and support plans.

• Work collaboratively with health professionals, families, carers and voluntary and private sector agencies.

• Allocate, transfer, review and conclude cases in accordance with relevant procedures.

• Provide professional advice, guidance and support to adults, carers and colleagues.

• Supervise, support and appraise staff in line with organisational policies.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with statutory requirements and professional standards.

• Respond to complaints and contribute to service development and continuous improvement.

• Assess and prioritise needs, recommend appropriate services and authorise expenditure within delegated limits.

What We Are Looking For

• A qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.

• Experience working within Adult Social Care, ideally in a Learning Disability Team.

• Strong knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures and legislation.

• Experience undertaking Care Act assessments and developing support plans.

• Experience managing complex cases, risk assessments and safeguarding enquiries.

• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and support to colleagues.

• Excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate of £37.12 per hour (Umbrella).

• Full-time working hours of 36 hours per week.

• Initial 3-month contract.

• Opportunity to work within an established Adult Learning Disability Team.

• Hybrid working, with 3 days per week based in the Bromley office.

Mandatory: must have a UK passport or a full right to work in the UK.

If you are an experienced Adult Senior Social Worker looking for your next opportunity and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you!

For more information, contact Shivashni Govender