Brent Council Offices, London
Bonuses: £5,000 Golden Handshake (after probation) + £3,000 Retention Payment (after 1 year)
Hybrid Working: 3 days onsite/community.
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join Brent Council's Adult Social Care team. You will be at the heart of empowering adults, ensuring they receive the right support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve lives.
Access & Information / Front Door Team - Rapid short-term assessments, quick interventions, and referrals with fast response times.
Care, Health & Wellbeing Team - Medium to long-term support, including safeguarding, self-neglect cases, and complex assessments.
Community Review Team (CRT) - Conducts regular reviews for individuals receiving community-based care, ensuring quality support.
Safeguarding (Adults) Team - Screens all safeguarding referrals, conducts risk assessments, and ensures adult safety planning.
Conduct needs-led assessments & formulate care plans.
✔ Manage caseloads, including safeguarding & DoLS cases.
✔ Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
✔ Experience in adult social care, mental health, or disability services.
✔ Strong understanding of The Care Act & safeguarding frameworks.
Work in the UK's most diverse borough, with 149 languages spoken.
✅ 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) + buy/sell options.
✅ Professional development & career progression pathways.
✅ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support.
Safeguarding Commitment: This role is subject to a DBS enhanced check.