Social Worker -Adult services

Adult Social Worker – Contact & Assessment Team
Location: Cardiff - Various locations
Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 12 week contract - potential to be extended
Rate: £24.56 UMB per hour (£18.85 PAYE)

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy Contact & Assessment Team within Adult Services for Cardiff Council.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work with vulnerable adults, supporting them to maintain independence, manage risk, and access appropriate services. You will play a key role at the front door of services, undertaking assessments, managing referrals, and ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met.

 Key Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of need, risk, and eligibility in line with current legislation
• Manage a varied caseload, prioritising competing demands effectively
• Work within safeguarding frameworks to protect vulnerable adults
• Develop and implement care and support plans
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners and internal teams
• Participate in duty rotas and decision-making forums
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and reports
• Monitor and review care packages to ensure positive outcomes

 Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or equivalent
• Current registration with Social Care Wales
• Strong working knowledge of:
  
  • The Social Services and Wellbeing Act
  • The Mental Capacity Act (MCA)
  • Adult safeguarding procedures
• Experience managing complex caseloads within adult services
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

 Key Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Ability to engage effectively with vulnerable adults and families
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice
• Professional, empathetic, and non-judgemental approach

 Additional Information

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required
• Hybrid and flexible working across multiple locations
• Participation in duty rotas and occasional out-of-hours work may be required
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check

 Apply Now
If you are a dedicated Adult Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. You can send over your most recent CV to Nicola.mansfield@servicecare.org.uk or call me directly on 01772 208964.

If you know someone who would be perfect for this role, please pass along my details and ask them to get in touch. We offer a referral bonus of £250 for each successful candidate referred to us!!!