Social Worker – Adult Services in Hackney , London, London

Social Worker – Adult Services

Location: London Borough of Hackney
Directorate: Adult Health & Integration
Service: Adult Social Services
Grade: PO1–PO3
Reports to: Senior Practitioner

Rate: 23.75 euros/hour

Role Overview

Hackney Adult Social Care is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred services to adults with care and support needs, their carers, and families. You will complete strengths-based assessments, develop outcome-focused support plans, safeguard vulnerable adults, and promote independence in line with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive Care Act assessments and reviews using a strengths-based approach. 
• Develop personalised support plans that promote independence and wellbeing. 
• Carry out safeguarding enquiries, risk assessments, and interventions for adults at risk. 
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, Best Interest processes, and Making Safeguarding Personal principles. 
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, housing, community services, and other multi-agency partners. 
• Manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely assessments, reviews, and statutory interventions. 
• Provide information, advice, advocacy, and signposting to service users and carers. 
• Maintain accurate case records, reports, and documentation using electronic case management systems. 
• Prepare court reports and attend legal proceedings where required. 
• Participate in supervision, professional development, and continuous learning. 

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Social Work (DipSW/CQSW or equivalent). 
• Social Work England registration. 
• Experience working within Adult Social Care. 
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and Adult Safeguarding. 
• Experience completing strengths-based assessments, support planning, and risk management. 
• Excellent communication, report writing, and partnership working skills. 
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

Desirable

• Experience with Direct Payments and personalised budgets. 
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA) qualification or willingness to train. 
• Experience preparing reports for the Court of Protection. 

Key Skills

Adult Social Care • Care Act 2014 • Safeguarding Adults • Mental Capacity Act • DoLS • Strengths-Based Assessments • Support Planning • Risk Assessment • Case Management • Multi-Agency Working • Advocacy • Care Planning • Court Reports • Electronic Case Management • Person-Centred Practice • Social Work England Registration

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