Job summary
Joining our Older Adults Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. Youll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
As well as holding your own diverse caseload, youll also support with cases with a higher level of complexity and provide guidance to Case Worker colleagues, role modelling best practice and setting an example for high standards of work across the team.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing:
- Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community.
- Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence.
- Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals needs.
- Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation.
What we're looking for:
Strong communication and relationship management skills.
- Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Sound IT and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults social care.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
About us
Why join us?
- Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. View our career pathways for more information about opportunities within our Adults Social Work service.
- Make a difference and feel proud of the work you do: Watch our short videos to find out more about the important work our Senior Case Workers do in our Older Adults Teams.
- Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.
- Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
- Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
- Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Date posted
17 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,149 to £35,241 a year £32,149 - £35,241 pro-rata, pa (actual £19,115 - £20,954 pa)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
F0017-25-0023
Job locations
Elizabeth II Court
The Castle
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8UB
Hampshire County Council
Lutyens Close
Lychpit
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 8AG
Employer details
Employer name
Hampshire County Council
Address
Elizabeth II Court
The Castle
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 8UB
Employer's website
https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Care Careers
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