Social Worker (Primary Care Networks) - Adult Social Care

Social Worker (Primary Care Networks) - 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 per week.
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.

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 work differently alongside GPs, social prescribers, and voluntary sector partners, helping people get the right support at the right time, and preventing needs from escalating. You’ll build strong relationships across health and social care, bringing a social work perspective into primary care and supporting people to live the lives they choose.

You will work within a Primary Care Network (PCN) providing social work expertise within primary care, supporting patients with complex social, emotional, and safeguarding needs.

The role aims to: Improve health and wellbeing outcomes, reduce health inequalities, prevent hospital admissions. Support integrated community-based care.

Typical Outcomes of the Role

• Reduced GP workload through appropriate social interventions
• Improved patient independence and wellbeing
• Fewer unnecessary hospital admissions
• Improved safeguarding outcomes
• Enhanced integration between health and social care

Working Environment

• Based across GP practices within a PCN
• Community-based work (home visits, outreach)
• Hybrid working may be available

This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third 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.

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

• 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 independent
• 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 Licence and Daily Access to a Car
• A solution focused, compassionate team player

Our area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

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