About the Role
Social Worker (Adult Social Care)
Herefordshire Community Wellbeing is actively seeking dynamic, self‑motivated, and professionally confident Social Workers to join our welcoming and supportive team. This isn’t just another job; it’s a chance to immerse yourself in a fast‑paced and incredibly rewarding environment.
Job Title: Social Worker (Adult Social Care)
Contract: 12 months Fixed Term
Location: Hereford City
Hours: 37 hours
Salary: £36,363 to £40,777 + £3,000 welcome payment
Closing date: Thursday 28th May 2026
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is a registered Social Worker with Social Work England and holds a qualifying degree.
- Has a deep understanding of current legislation and its real‑world impact.
- Possesses the drive to potentially pursue qualifications in Practice Education, Best Interest Assessor, and/or Approved Mental Health Professional.
- Collaborates effectively with external agencies to build strong partnerships.
- Holds a full, clean driving license and is ready to explore our vibrant county.
What will you be doing?
- Take on a thrilling variety of adult social work, from Care Act Assessments and person‑centered support planning to Mental Capacity Assessments and Section 42 Enquiries.
- Apply your experience working with diverse adult populations, including those with physical and learning disabilities, mental health needs, and older adults.
- Work with a strength‑based approach to empower individuals and champion independence.
- Engage in crucial CHC and s117 work to ensure seamless support.
- Thrive in a supportive culture that offers regular supervision and celebrates your professional growth.
You Will
- Transform lives with comprehensive Care Act Assessments and bespoke support plans.
- Navigate complex situations with expertise in Section 42 Enquiries, Mental Capacity Assessments, and more.
- Collaborate fearlessly with a variety of partner agencies to ensure holistic care.
- Never stop growing with regular supervision and funded opportunities to specialise in your area of interest.
We Offer
- Competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme.
- Salary range of £36,363 to £40,777 + £3,000 welcome payment (please see guidance).
- Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Career progression: clear pathways to progress.
- Annual leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays; you can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period.
- Flexible working: including the potential for job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling.
- Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements).
- Choose your perks – our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits, including savings, cash back and discounts.
Why Choose Us?
- A warm welcome: We offer a supportive, team‑oriented environment where you can develop close relationships with colleagues.
- Your future is bright: With clear pathways for career progression, your professional journey here is limited only by your ambition.
- Work/life harmony: We champion flexible working arrangements, including flexi‑time and home working.
- Perks that matter: Enjoy competitive pay, a generous holiday allowance, a robust pension scheme, and our “Pick your Perks” benefits program.
- A supportive culture: Our Employee Assistance Programme and focus on staff wellbeing are paramount, especially given the challenging but rewarding nature of social work.
Diversity and Inclusion
Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment which reflects the communities of Herefordshire. Candidates applying for social work qualified roles are required to meet the essential qualifications for the post, in addition to an active Social Work England registration.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
Commitments and Statutory Obligations
The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for:
- Those who indicate that they have a disability – part of the “Disability Confident” scheme.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist – part of the pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant.
- Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver – part of the commitment to supporting young people leaving our care.
We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment. The position will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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