Social Worker - Locality Team, Adult Social Care

Social Worker - Locality Team, Adult Social Care

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits (Pay award pending)
Location: Wokingham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 06/09/2026 at 23:00
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We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to join our dedicated Adult Social Care Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis. This role sits within one of our locality teams. We operate two teams across the borough East and West, both of which support the same range and type of cases.

As a Social Worker, you will work with a diverse range of individuals supporting them to live the life they choose. You’ll focus on what individuals can do, not just what support they need whilst getting to know the people you work with and what matters most to them. The work you do will enable carers to continue in their caring roles for as long as they choose and are able to.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores amongst the highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection, and we were especially proud to be rated ‘Outstanding’ for how we learn, improve, and come up with new ideas. This reflects our commitment to supporting our social workers to grow, share ideas, and deliver the very best outcomes for the people we support.

You’ll be joining a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and care. Whether you’re new to the role or bringing years of experience, you’ll be welcomed, encouraged, and supported to do your best work and make a real difference.

Wokingham Borough Council is proud to support #SocialCareFuture, a movement working to change how we think about social care. Its goal is simple: everyone should be able to live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, in communities that care and help them do what matters most.

Staff Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• GP Helpline 7 days per week
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline
• Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
• Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham)
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes– including Car and Cycle to Work
• Local & Lifestyle Discounts – savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
• Move through Menopause Course
• Sports & Social Group Activities – running, football, cricket, and more
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Networks
• And more!

Key responsibilities

• Assessing and reviewing the needs of adults and carers in line with the Care Act 2014

• Offering advice, guidance, and access to the right support services

• Carrying out risk assessments and developing safety plans

• Working in a person-centred way, respecting people’s dignity, culture, and wishes

• Using a strengths-based approach to help people live independently

• Working closely with carers, families, and partner organisations

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)

• A good understanding of social care law and professional practice

• Full Driving License and Daily Access to a Car

• A solution focused, compassionate team player

About Wokingham

Wokingham Borough Council has recently been ranked 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.

Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire and has excellent transport links to Reading and London. It includes a historic market town, welcoming villages and miles of beautiful countryside.

We have high‑performing schools, thriving businesses and a strong sense of community. With good public facilities, a growing local economy and low crime rates, it’s a great place to live and work. We’re also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community.

Equal opportunities Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: 6th September 2026, 11pm

Interview date: Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and you may be invited to interview before the closing date.

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