Social Worker - South Community Team

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the South Community Team within Adult Social Care on a 3‑month contract with South Gloucestershire.

This is a key frontline position within a locality Adult Social Care team. You will undertake social work assessments, provide advice and guidance, and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating closely with colleagues across health, social care, and the voluntary sector to ensure effective communication and the delivery of best practice.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Undertake assessments of need and develop person-centred care plans
• Review and monitor care plans, responding proactively to changes in needs
• Support and evaluate reablement programmes to promote independence
• Manage your own caseload, ensuring timely and effective interventions
• Carry out risk assessments and safeguarding work, including self-neglect cases
• Work in partnership with external agencies to coordinate support and services
• Promote awareness of care issues and ensure safe, effective practice

Benefits:

• Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week office-based
• Community visits required, including home visits
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, or alternative suitable travel arrangements, is essential

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Social Work England registration
• Valid DBS
• Strong knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
• Experience managing safeguarding cases and self-neglect situations