Social Worker – South Complex Team

Specialism / Department: Adult Social Care – South Complex Team
Location: Kensington and Chelsea, UK
Salary / Pay Rate: £38.26 per hour
Contract Type: Locum / Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-Time

Role Overview

A fantastic locum opportunity is available for an experienced Social Worker to join the South Complex Team in Kensington and Chelsea. This full‑time, ongoing position offers the chance to work within a dynamic and diverse borough known for delivering high‑quality social care services.

You will support adults and carers with a variety of needs, ensuring timely assessments, personalised care planning, and effective service coordination. As part of this innovative and supportive team, you will play a key role in improving outcomes for residents while contributing to service development and excellence in adult social care.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Hours: Consistent working pattern for stability and structure.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: £38.26 per hour for your expertise and commitment.
• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and adaptability that locum work provides.
• Professional Growth: Expand your experience working within a diverse and complex borough.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with a variety of statutory and voluntary sector partners.

Key Responsibilities / What You Will Do

• Provide timely assessments and personalised care solutions for adults and carers with non‑complex needs.
• Assess incoming referrals in line with eligibility criteria and identify appropriate support pathways.
• Arrange and coordinate social care services promptly and effectively.
• Work closely with statutory bodies, voluntary organisations, and community partners to enhance service provision.
• Participate in service and team development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive case records and utilise departmental IT systems effectively.
• Stay up‑to‑date with national and local legislation, standards, and policies to support resident independence and choice.
• Attend supervisory meetings and escalate urgent or complex cases when necessary.
• Promote independence and maximise service‑user capabilities through tailored interventions.
• Engage with the Adult Social Care information available on the RBKC website.
• Involve service users and carers in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of services.
• Uphold departmental standards, confidentiality, safeguarding duties, and equal‑opportunities principles.
• Undertake any additional tasks necessary for effective delivery of social services.

Requirements / Candidate Criteria

Essential

• Qualified Social Worker with recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience within adult social care services.
• Strong assessment, care‑planning, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding, Care Act principles, and relevant legislation.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Experience supporting adults with complex needs in a local authority setting.
• Familiarity with RBKC policies, systems, or similar borough frameworks.

Why Kensington and Chelsea

Kensington and Chelsea is a vibrant London borough known for its rich heritage, iconic architecture, and dynamic community life. With world‑famous cultural institutions, beautiful parks, and diverse neighbourhoods, it offers an exceptional environment for both professional growth and personal wellbeing. Working within such a unique and thriving borough provides not only rewarding career opportunities but also a lifestyle enriched by culture, community, and connectivity.

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