social worker.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act

• Carry out assessments, risk management, and protection planning

• Work closely with partner agencies including health, police, housing, and advocacy services

• Provide professional advice, consultation, and support to colleagues and partners on safeguarding matters

• Participate in strategy meetings and case conferences

• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with statutory requirements

Requirements:

• Social Work England registration

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

• Experience in adult safeguarding and protection work

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

• Excellent assessment, decision-making, and multi-agency working skills

• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work effectively under pressure

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Flexible working arrangements (some remote working may be available)

• Supportive and experienced team environment

• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults

If you are a skilled and motivated Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

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.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.