Countywide Social Worker | Adult Social Care Cornwall-New Team

Location: Cornwall - Countywide (community-based, flexible working) Contract: Initially 3 months (extension likely) Hours: Full time (job share considered) Posts Available: 6 About the Role We are recruiting experienced Adult Social Workers to join a newly created countywide team responding to referrals across Cornwall. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a flexible, responsive service designed to meet demand wherever it arises. Work will be allocated by geographical areas, rather than traditional mid/east/west patches, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach. There is more remote working than usual, balanced with community visits as required. Key Responsibilities Undertake Care Act assessments Complete Care and Support Planning Carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and associated statutory work Manage your own workload autonomously Meet strict statutory deadlines for assessments and plans Respond flexibly to referrals across the county Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with relevant adult social care experience Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Access to a car and willingness to travel across Cornwall (within reasonable distance) Confident undertaking face-to-face visits when required What's on Offer Opportunity to shape and be part of a brand-new team Flexible, predominantly remote working model Countywide exposure with varied and interesting caseloads Supportive management and clear expectations SEO Keywords Adult Social Worker, Cornwall Social Work Jobs, Care Act Assessment, Mental Capacity Assessment, Countywide Social Worker, Adult Social Care Cornwall, Locum Social Worker, Remote Social Work Jobs, Caritas Recruitment For more information on this role or for a discussion about opportunities across England and Wales please contact Davina at Caritas Recruitment - Davina.Cripps @ (url removed) / (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy