Adults Social Worker - Gloucester Locality Team

Gloucester Source: WhatJobs

£35 per hour

Locum Adult Social Worker – Gloucester Locality Team

Gloucester, Gloucestershire | 6-Month Contract | £35 per hour + £150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance

Hoop Social Work are recruiting for a full‑time Locum Social Worker to join an Adult Social Care Locality Team in Gloucester on an initial 6‑month contract.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for a well‑supported role offering agile working, capped caseloads and a competitive hourly rate.

About the role

As a Social Worker, you’ll work alongside adults to understand what matters to them and help them maintain control over their lives, either with the right support in place or as independently as possible.

You’ll work with people experiencing a range of circumstances, including those requiring support during periods of crisis. The service uses the Three Conversations approach, focusing on people’s strengths, relationships, networks and the communities around them.

You’ll also work as part of a multi‑agency environment and may be involved in court‑related work.

The role offers:

£35 per hour
£150 weekly accommodation/mileage allowance (T&Cs apply)
Capped caseload of 25
Guaranteed minimum 3‑month placement, with the possibility of extension
Agile/remote working – first 2 weeks in the office for induction, followed by a maximum of 2–3 days per week in Gloucestershire for visits, meetings and supervision
Regular supervision, guidance and dedicated support from line management
Full‑time, 6‑month locum contract

To be considered, you’ll need:

A recognised Social Work qualification
Current registration with Social Work England
Completion of your ASYE or equivalent demonstrable experience in a statutory social work setting
Experience working within Adult Social Care
Experience working in a multi‑agency environment and court setting
Knowledge and understanding of legislation, models and theories relevant to Adult Social Work
A valid UK driving licence and access to a car (exceptions may apply under the Equality Act)
A minimum of 6 months' UK Social Work experience
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be happy to apply for one
Three years' referencing

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, so you must already have the right to work in the UK.

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