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Job Title: Adult Social Worker
Specialism: Transition Team - Adult Social Care
Location: Hereford, UK
Salary: £31.97 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Job Type: Locum, Full Time, Temporary (12 Weeks)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Transition Team in Hereford. This full-time locum assignment offers a competitive hourly rate of £31.97, working 37 hours per week over an initial 12-week contract, commencing 3rd August 2026.

Based at Plough Lane, Hereford, you will play a vital role in supporting young adults aged 18-25 years as they transition from Children's Services into Adult Social Care. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will deliver strengths-based, person-centred interventions that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive long-term outcomes.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work while gaining valuable experience across Adult Social Care services.
• Competitive Pay: Earn £31.97 per hour, recognising your professional expertise and commitment.
• Professional Development: Strengthen your knowledge through a broad range of complex transition cases and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements that support both your professional and personal wellbeing.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced colleagues within a collaborative and forward-thinking Transition Team dedicated to delivering outstanding outcomes.

What you will do:

• Complete comprehensive, strengths-based assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
• Identify eligible care and support needs, developing person-centred care plans that promote independence and maximise wellbeing.
• Support young people aged 18-25 years as they transition from Children's Services into Adult Social Care.
• Undertake Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments and facilitate Best Interests decision-making processes where appropriate.
• Contribute to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessments and multidisciplinary decision-making.
• Participate in court work and prepare professional reports when required.
• Work collaboratively with young adults, families, carers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and partner agencies to ensure effective transition planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records in line with organisational policies, statutory guidance, and Social Work England standards.
• Promote strengths-based practice, safeguarding principles, and positive risk management throughout all aspects of service delivery.

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care, particularly with Transition Services, Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, or Mental Health.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care and Support Statutory Guidance, Continuing Healthcare, and safeguarding legislation.
• Excellent assessment, communication, analytical, and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively within statutory timescales.

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