Details:
- Salary: £31.97 - Hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Coventry West Midlands
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
About the Role
Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Assessing Social Worker to join its Adults Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker with a strong background in Adult Social Care, Learning Disabilities, and safeguarding work.
Key Responsibilities
Complete Care Act Assessments and reviews.
Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments in line with the Mental Capacity Act.
Carry out Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries.
Manage and progress Court of Protection work.
Participate in duty work on a rota basis.
Work collaboratively with service users, families, carers, and partner agencies.
Support adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and/or Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities.Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
Experience within Adult Social Care.
Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation.
Experience completing Court of Protection applications and related work.
Previous experience working with adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and complex needs.
Ability to manage a busy caseload and work autonomously.Benefits
Competitive rate of £31.97 per hour
Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced Adults Services team.
Varied and rewarding caseload.
Flexible working opportunities subject to service needs.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
If you're an experienced Adults Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity and have two years qualifying experience, we'd love to hear from you