Social Worker - Neighbourhood West Team

Job Title: Social Worker - South Tyneside Adults Safeguarding Team

Location: South Tyneside, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full-Time

South Tyneside Adults Safeguarding Team is dedicated to enhancing the lives and well-being of vulnerable adults in our community. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our dynamic team. If you are a committed professional with a strong sense of empathy and a desire to make a positive impact, we invite you to consider this rewarding opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of vulnerable adults to determine their care and support needs.
• Develop and implement care plans, working collaboratively with service users, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide ongoing support and advocacy to individuals, helping them achieve their maximum potential for independence and well-being.
• Participate in case conferences, reviews, and other meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Work in partnership with community organisations and agencies to provide comprehensive services.
• Contribute to the prevention and management of safeguarding concerns, ensuring the safety and welfare of vulnerable adults.
• Keep current with changes in legislation, best practices, and social work methodologies through continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Prior experience in adult safeguarding and social work practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to client care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.