Job Title: Social Worker - Adults Community Team
Employer: Leicestershire County Council
Rate of Pay: £34 per hour
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker committed to empowering adults to live independent and fulfilling lives within their community? Leicestershire County Council is seeking an empathetic and skilled Social Worker to join our vital Adults Community Team!
At Leicestershire County Council, we are deeply committed to providing high-quality, person-centred social care services. Our Adults Community Teams play a crucial role in supporting individuals across the county, particularly older people and those with physical disabilities, to maintain their independence, choice, and control over their lives.
The Role
As a Social Worker in the Adults Community Team, you will manage a varied caseload, undertaking comprehensive assessments and developing person-centred care and support plans. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Conducting Care Act Assessments for adults with a range of needs, including older people and those with physical disabilities, to identify their needs and personal outcomes.
Developing, implementing, and reviewing personalised care and support plans that promote independence, choice, and control, including arranging direct payments, personal budgets, and community-based support.
Undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments and initiating Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applications when required, ensuring individuals' rights are protected.
Responding to and managing safeguarding concerns for adults at risk in line with Section 42 of the Care Act 2014 and local safeguarding adults' policies.
Working collaboratively with a wide range of multi-agency partners, including health services, housing providers, and the voluntary sector, to ensure integrated support.
Advocating for individuals and ensuring their voices, wishes, and feelings are heard and respected in all decision-making processes.
Maintaining accurate, analytical, and up-to-date electronic records in compliance with statutory requirements and Leicestershire County Council policies.
About You
We are looking for a highly motivated and empathetic Social Worker with:
A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
Current registration with Social Work England.
Demonstrable experience of working in adult social care, with direct experience in a community-based team being highly desirable.
A strong understanding of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and associated safeguarding adults' guidance.
Excellent assessment, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and work collaboratively with individuals and their families.
The ability to manage a diverse and demanding caseload effectively and prioritise tasks.
A commitment to strengths-based and person-centred practice, promoting dignity and respect.
A full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use (or ability to travel efficiently around the county).
Why Leicestershire County Council?
Leicestershire County Council is dedicated to providing outstanding services for our residents. We foster a supportive culture where our social workers are valued, invested in, and empowered to deliver the best possible care, helping adults to maintain their independence and well-being.
Apply Now
If you are a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready for your next rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Fahmida Ahmed at 07441 927663 or via email at .
To apply, please submit a comprehensive CV outlining your suitability for the role .
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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