Locum Adults Social Worker

Company: Sanctuary Personnel
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Location: Chelmsford
Job Description:

Job Title: Locum Adults Social Worker

Specialism: Adult Social Care

Location: Chelmsford, UK

Salary: £288.00 daily

Type: Ongoing contract (Full-time/Part-time)

Locum Adults Social Worker within Adult Social Care in Chelmsford UK, earning £288.00 daily. This is an ongoing contract which offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours. If you are eager to engage in an enriching role and make a true impact on the community, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Working as a locum brings you the advantage of a varied work environment, flexibility in hours, and the opportunity to diversify your experience across settings. In addition, enjoy benefits exclusive to this role such as:

Perks and benefits

  • Full-Time/Part-Time: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to choose hours that best suit your lifestyle and commitments
  • Competitive Daily Rate: A generous daily pay rate of £288.00 ensures your hard work is duly rewarded
  • Professional Development: Access to ongoing training opportunities to keep your skills sharp and up-to-date
  • Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a range of professionals and agencies to expand your professional network

What you will do:

  • Undertake Care Act 2014 compliant assessments, reviews, and support planning to identify eligible needs and outcomes
  • Manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely interventions, accurate record‑keeping, and outcome‑focused practice
  • Lead and contribute to adult safeguarding enquiries, ensuring risks are identified, managed, and mitigated
  • Carry out Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decisions where required
  • Work collaboratively within multi‑disciplinary teams including NHS partners, housing services, and community organisations

Person Specification

Qualifications

  • Degree or postgraduate qualification in Social Work
  • Completion of ASYE (or willingness if newly qualified)

Registration and Compliance

  • Registered with Social Work England
  • Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Safeguarding Adults frameworks and Equality Act 2010

Chelmsford provides a delightful setting to balance work and leisure, being a vibrant city with excellent amenities, beautiful parks, and a strong sense of community. Its strategic location offers easy access to London, making it a fantastic place for anyone looking to enhance their career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Join us and discover why Chelmsford is not only a great place to work, but also a wonderful place to live.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026