Adults Locality Social Worker

Closing on: Mar 26, 2026

🩺 We’re Hiring – Adults Locality Social Worker
πŸ“ Location: Merton
πŸ”– Reference – SCS892
πŸ•’ Job Type: Locum – Full Time (Hybrid Working)
πŸ’Ό Start Date: ASAP
πŸ’° Rate/Salary: Β£32–£36 per hour (depending on experience)

About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Adults Locality Social Worker to join the Merton Locality Team. This is a full-time locum opportunity within a well-established adults service, offering a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week office-based.

The role involves managing a varied and complex caseload, working closely with colleagues across the Front Door and Hospital Teams to ensure safe and effective transitions and outcomes for adults.

Key Responsibilities:
β€’ Undertake the full range of Care Management duties in line with the Care Act and associated statutory guidance
β€’ Manage casework allocated by Team Managers in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
β€’ Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality paper and electronic case records on Mosaic
β€’ Carry out professional duties under relevant legislation, alongside any additional tasks directed by senior management
β€’ Identify areas of risk and complete proportionate risk assessments in line with Merton Care Management Procedures

Requirements:
β€’ Qualified Social Worker with relevant post-qualifying experience in Adults Services
β€’ Experience working within an Adults Locality setting
β€’ Knowledge and experience of:
– Safeguarding
– Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
– Court of Protection (CoP) work
β€’ Experience using Mosaic
β€’ Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload

Why Join Us?
β€’ Competitive hourly rate based on experience
β€’ Hybrid working arrangement
β€’ Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced locality team
β€’ Varied and interesting caseload

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πŸ“ Apply Now
To apply, please email the following documents to esther@supplycaresolutions.co.uk:
β€’ Up-to-date CV (with no unexplained gaps and clear dates)
β€’ Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (Passport, Visa, or Share Code)
β€’ National Insurance Number
β€’ DBS Certificate
β€’ Social Work England registration number

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🌐 About Supply Care Solutions
Supply Care Solutions has a wide range of locum opportunities across the UK, recruiting professionals across all specialisms and grades.
Please note: All locums must be contract-compliant before commencing work through our agency.
We work in full compliance with Monitor/TDA rate caps, ensuring transparency and fair practice across all placements.

Job Category: Adults Locality Social Worker Social Care
Contract Type: Full Time Locum
Job Location: Merton
Is Featured: Featured

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