Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding - Knowsley Council

Experienced Adult Safeguarding Social Worker
Knowsley Council
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Remote, 2 Days Office-Based (Tuesday & Friday)
Competitive Locum Rate
Ongoing Contract Opportunity

Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Adult Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated practitioner with safeguarding experience who is passionate about promoting the welfare, safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults. Experience within an Adult MASH environment would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014
Manage a caseload of approximately 12-15 cases
Assess and manage varying levels of risk, complexity and uncertainty
Ensure safeguarding concerns are managed in line with the Care Act 2014 and Knowsley's safeguarding procedures
Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard adults at risk
Complete safeguarding investigations and enquiries to a high professional standard
Participate in the Adult MASH duty rota one day per week
Take safeguarding referrals, complete partnership checks and undertake initial enquiries
Provide cover for duty services during periods of annual leave and sickness where required
Maintain accurate case records and comply with GDPR, Data Protection and Information Security requirementsRequirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Experience working within Adult Safeguarding services
Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding legislation
Ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively
Excellent assessment, risk management and partnership working skills
Adult MASH experience desirableWhat's on Offer?

Hybrid working arrangement
3 days working remotely
Office attendance required on Tuesdays and Fridays
Supportive management team
Manageable caseloads
Opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable adults within the communityIf you are an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

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