Location: London
Pay: £32.00 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Full-time Locum
Start: ASAP
Working Pattern: Hybrid
SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the London Borough of Lambeth on an exciting full-time locum opportunity.
Lambeth is a vibrant and diverse London borough, committed to improving outcomes for residents and supporting people to live as independently as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social worker to make a genuine difference while working within a supportive and progressive local authority environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage a caseload of adults with care and support needs and carers.
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Complete Care Act assessments, reviews and reassessments.
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Develop person-centred care and support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.
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Undertake adult safeguarding enquiries and develop appropriate safeguarding plans.
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Apply the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 within practice.
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Work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, advocates and partner agencies.
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Arrange appropriate care, support, equipment and services.
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Prepare reports and assessments for meetings, panels and legal proceedings where required.
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Maintain accurate records and ensure work meets professional and statutory standards.
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Attend court and contribute to legal proceedings when required.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Adult Social Worker who is confident managing complex caseloads and undertaking assessments and safeguarding work. You should have strong communication, professional judgement and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to strengths-based and person-centred practice.
Why join through SW Locums?
SW Locums connects experienced social care professionals with rewarding opportunities across London and the UK. We offer dedicated support throughout your assignment and work closely with candidates to help secure roles that match their experience and career goals.
Interested? Apply now for an ASAP start
Salary description
£32.00 - £32.00 per hour