Job Title:  Social Worker Adults DutyKey Details Location: WokinghamHours: 37 hours per week (full-time) Start date: ASAP (pending interview and compliance) Rate: £38 Job type: Locum / Agency Contract Contact: Shanie Thomas Make a Difference Are you a qualified Adults Social Worker seeking a role that makes a real difference? Pertemps are working with a responsive and empathetic First Contact Team, in Wokingham, to recruit a skilled professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. In this vital role, you’ll work closely with support services to offer a holistic and cohesive approach. Adults Social WorkerRole Overview As part of this innovative service, you will play a crucial role in assessing the needs of adults with a Strength Based Approach. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.Adults Social Worker Key Responsibilities 

• Conduct Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews
• Respond to urgent referrals and safeguarding concerns
• Developing and implementing person-centredsupport
• Adopt a Strength Based Approach to care
• To identify risk and/or investigate any incidence of potential abuse or neglect of vulnerable individuals
• Collaborate with support services, health professionals, carers, and families
• Maintaining accurate records and ensure legal compliance
• To identify, attend and/ or chair meetings
• Participate in duty rota and manage incoming cases

Adults Social Worker Requirements 

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent)
• At least 3 years post-qualifying experience 
• Current registration with Social Work England
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, and risk management
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex caseloads

What are the benefits working with Pertemps? When you work as a locum with us, you can expect a dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive social care roles UK-wide 

• A fast, online registration process with support throughout 
• Full compliance handled by us – hassle-free 
• Reliable weekly payroll 
• A referral bonus scheme – refer a friend and earn! 

Looking for Something Different? If Adults Social Worker isn't quite right, we’re still here to help. We have a wide range of local authority locum roles across the UK, including: 

• Qualified Social Workers (Adults, Children & Families, MASH, Mental Health) 
• Occupational Therapists (Hospital Discharge, Reablement, Moving & Handling) 
• Educational Psychologists  
• SEND professionals 

Whether you’re seeking remote work, flexible hours, or a better rate, we are likely to have access to a role that’s the perfect match for you. Shanie Thomas