Adults Social Worker

Job Title: Adults Social Worker 
Location: Oxfordshire, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing Locum
Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Adults Social Worker to join the Adult Social Care team at Oxfordshire County Council. This ongoing locum position offers the chance to work within a supportive and dynamic environment while helping adults maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

In this role, you will work with adults who require support due to complex needs, conducting strengths-based assessments and developing personalised care plans. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies to ensure individuals receive integrated support that promotes wellbeing and autonomy.

With flexible working options available for both part-time and full-time hours, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Perks and Benefits

Flexible Working Options: Choose between part-time or full-time hours to suit your personal and professional commitments.

Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £38.00 per hour, offering transparency and the opportunity to maximise your earnings.

Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities through training sessions, seminars, and workshops.

Varied Caseload: Gain diverse experience working with a wide range of cases, enhancing your professional expertise and career development.

Travel Reimbursement: Benefit from travel expense reimbursement to support work-related journeys.

What You Will Do

• Conduct strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to identify individual needs and outcomes.

• Develop and manage personalised care and support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.

• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and facilitate best-interest decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

• Support service users and carers through complex decision-making processes.

• Address safeguarding concerns and implement appropriate interventions to protect adults at risk of abuse or neglect.

• Work collaboratively with health services, housing providers, and third-sector organisations to ensure coordinated support.

• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to joint care planning and decision-making.

• Support effective transitions between hospital and community-based services.

• Manage a varied caseload while prioritising risk, complexity, and service user outcomes.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with council policies and professional standards.

• Prepare detailed reports to support assessments, reviews, and case conferences.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised qualification such as BA/MA Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent.

• Current Social Work England registration.

• Experience working within Adult Social Care in a statutory setting.

• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding procedures.

• Ability to manage complex cases within a multidisciplinary environment.

• Excellent communication, assessment, and decision-making skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working with older adults, physical disabilities, or mental health services.

• Familiarity with Continuing Healthcare processes and hospital discharge pathways.

• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced local authority environment.

Why Work in Oxfordshire?

Oxfordshire offers an exceptional quality of life, combining stunning countryside landscapes with historic towns and vibrant communities. Known for its cultural heritage, scenic villages, and thriving local markets, the county provides an inspiring environment to live and work. With excellent amenities, award-winning pubs, and easy access to major cities, Oxfordshire offers the perfect balance between professional opportunity and lifestyle.

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