Adults Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Locum Adults Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

Location: Oxford, UK
Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour
Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time, Ongoing

We are seeking skilled Adults Social Workers to join the Adult Safeguarding Team in Oxford. This locum role offers a competitive rate of £38.00 per hour and the flexibility to work full-time or part-time. You will play a vital role in protecting adults at risk from abuse, neglect, and exploitation while gaining diverse experience across a variety of environments.

Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible Hours: Full-time or part-time options to suit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: Recognises your skills and professional expertise.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

• Networking: Collaborate with a range of professionals across health, social care, and statutory agencies.

• Work-Life Balance: Control over your schedule while making a meaningful impact.

Purpose of the Role:

To safeguard vulnerable adults by assessing risk, planning and coordinating interventions, and collaborating with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies. Your work will promote safety, well-being, and the rights of adults at risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments in line with the Care Act 2014 and related guidance.

• Identify safeguarding concerns and initiate Section 42 enquiries where appropriate.

• Develop and coordinate safeguarding plans to reduce or eliminate risk.

• Advise carers, families, and partner agencies on safeguarding matters.

• Support adults with complex needs to promote safety and independence.

• Manage a caseload with regular reviews, evaluations, and confidential record-keeping.

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including health, police, housing, and voluntary organisations.

• Attend strategy meetings, contributing to local safeguarding policies.

• Uphold professional standards as per Social Work England, participating in supervision, reflective practice, and audits.