Adult's SW - Safeguarding Team - Hackney

London, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

Reference: 670215

We are seeking an experienced and committed Adult Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team in Hackney. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by protecting adults at risk of abuse or neglect and promoting their rights, independence and wellbeing.

You will manage a varied and complex caseload, undertaking safeguarding enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014 and relevant local and national procedures. You will assess risk, identify desired outcomes with individuals, and develop proportionate safeguarding plans. The role will involve working with adults who may have care and support needs, including those experiencing abuse, exploitation, self-neglect, domestic abuse or financial harm.

Your responsibilities will include completing strengths-based assessments, making informed professional decisions, maintaining accurate and timely case records, and preparing reports for safeguarding meetings, reviews and other relevant forums. You will work closely with individuals, families, advocates and partner agencies to ensure that safeguarding responses are person-centred, legally sound and focused on positive outcomes.

You will need to collaborate effectively with colleagues across social care, health, housing, the police, voluntary organisations and other services. The role may also include responding to urgent concerns, contributing to strategy discussions, undertaking mental capacity assessments and applying the principles of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards where appropriate.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration, with significant post-qualifying experience in adult safeguarding. You should have sound knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Making Safeguarding Personal and relevant information-sharing principles. Experience of working within a local authority setting, managing complex risk and completing high-quality assessments is essential.

You will be an excellent communicator with strong analytical, organisational and report-writing skills. A professional, resilient and reflective approach is important, alongside the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and contribute positively to a supportive multidisciplinary team. A valid enhanced DBS check will be required.

From £32.00
Per hour

London, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

Added 07/11/2026
Reference: 670215

Adult's SW - Safeguarding Team - Hackney

London, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

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