Adult's SW - Locality Team - Darlington

Darlington, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

Reference: 670882

We are seeking a qualified Adult Social Worker to join a locality team supporting adults, older people and their families to live as independently and safely as possible within their communities. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality, person-centred social work while working collaboratively with individuals, carers and partner agencies.

You will manage a varied caseload, completing proportionate assessments of care and support needs, reviewing existing arrangements and developing outcome-focused support plans. You will work with people to identify their strengths, preferences and desired outcomes, ensuring that their views remain central to decision-making. Where appropriate, you will coordinate support involving families, health professionals, providers and voluntary or community services.

The role will include safeguarding adults work, mental capacity assessments, best-interests decision-making and support with complex situations. You will be expected to apply relevant legislation, statutory guidance and professional standards, while promoting dignity, choice, control and least-restrictive practice. You will also contribute to financial assessments, care planning, risk management and, where required, transitions between services.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. You should have experience of working with adults in a statutory or comparable social care setting, with knowledge of assessment, safeguarding, mental capacity and strengths-based practice. Newly qualified social workers with suitable placement experience may also be considered, depending on the requirements of the team.

You will need excellent communication, recording and organisational skills, together with the ability to manage competing priorities and make sound professional judgements. A commitment to equality, inclusion and continuous improvement is essential. The successful candidate will be supported through supervision, professional development and opportunities to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary service.

From £197.74
Per day

Darlington, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

Added 12/11/2026
Reference: 670882

Adult's SW - Locality Team - Darlington

Darlington, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW adult services

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