We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Social Worker to join our Adult Safeguarding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about promoting the wellbeing, safety and rights of adults with care and support needs.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role within the team, providing professional support, leadership, and guidance to team members, as well as colleagues both within and outside of the Local Authority. You will help ensure that adults who are experiencing, or are at risk of, abuse or neglect receive a timely, proportionate, and person-centred response. The role includes supervisory responsibilities, undertaking quality assurance activities, and leading on complex safeguarding enquiries where required, including charring safeguarding meetings.
Working alongside other Senior Social Workers within the team, you will demonstrate the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. You will be confident in leading practice when required, making accountable, evidence-informed decisions, and providing professional challenge where appropriate. On occasion, you will be required to deputise for the Team Manager alongside the other senior social workers.
You will share our team’s commitment, can do attitude and passion in the work of safeguarding adults. You will hold relevant experience in leading others and application of safeguarding legislation.
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Senior Social Worker in Newport employer: Adult Social Care
At Words First, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a warm and supportive team culture that fosters collaboration and clinical excellence. Our therapists benefit from structured induction, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to work in diverse educational settings across London, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND. Join us to be part of a community that values mentorship, interdisciplinary working, and personal growth in your career as an Occupational Therapist.
