Countywide Social Worker | Adult Social Care Cornwall-New Team!

Reference: DC1109120526AM_1778489022

Location: Cornwall - Countywide (community-based, flexible working)
Contract: Initially 3 months (extension likely)
Hours: Full time (job share considered)
Posts Available: 6

About the Role

We are recruiting experienced Adult Social Workers to join a newly created countywide team responding to referrals across Cornwall. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a flexible, responsive service designed to meet demand wherever it arises.
Work will be allocated by geographical areas, rather than traditional mid/east/west patches, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach. There is more remote working than usual, balanced with community visits as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake Care Act assessments
  • Complete Care and Support Planning
  • Carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and associated statutory work
  • Manage your own workload autonomously
  • Meet strict statutory deadlines for assessments and plans
  • Respond flexibly to referrals across the county

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker with relevant adult social care experience
  • Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Access to a car and willingness to travel across Cornwall (within reasonable distance)
  • Confident undertaking face-to-face visits when required

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to shape and be part of a brand-new team
  • Flexible, predominantly remote working model
  • Countywide exposure with varied and interesting caseloads
  • Supportive management and clear expectations

SEO Keywords

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For more information on this role or for a discussion about opportunities across England and Wales please contact Davina at Caritas Recruitment - Davina.Cripps @ caritas-recruitment.com / 0 7 3 8 5 0 3 1 1 0 9

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£32.50
Per hour
Up to GBP32.50 per hour + expenses
Added 11/05/2026
Reference: DC1109120526AM_1778489022

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