Location
Sutton, London Borough of Sutton

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£50,085 per annum

About the Role
The London Borough of Sutton is a vibrant and welcoming borough located less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with excellent transport links to London Victoria and London Bridge. Sutton offers award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing, and excellent schools. The borough is committed to investing in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Sutton is home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, and is developing the London Cancer Hub, a world-leading life-science district specialising in cancer research and treatment.

Sutton Adult Social Care Locality Teams support adults aged 18 and over with care and support needs to live independently, safely, and with dignity within their communities. The teams undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries, mental capacity assessments, support planning, and work in partnership with health, housing, voluntary sector, and community services.

As a Social Worker in the Locality Team, you will adopt a strengths-based and person-centred approach, promoting independence, wellbeing, choice, and control. You will work with a diverse range of individuals including older adults, people with physical and learning disabilities, mental health needs, and those experiencing self-neglect or safeguarding concerns.

The service values high-quality practice and a positive learning culture, offering regular supervision, reflective practice, continuous professional development, and a supportive management team. Sutton Adult Social Care is known for strong partnership working and integrated practice with health colleagues, enabling meaningful impact on residents’ lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team where social workers are valued, empowered, and encouraged to develop their skills and careers while making a real difference in the community.

Experience
- Experience working with adults in a statutory social care setting, including assessments, reviews, and safeguarding work.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding responsibilities.
- Experience managing complex cases involving risk and professional judgement.
- Desirable: Experience working within a Locality Team or integrated health and social care setting.
- Desirable: Experience with self-neglect, hospital discharge pathways, Continuing Healthcare, or complex safeguarding enquiries.
- Desirable: Practice Educator qualification or interest in supporting student social workers and newly qualified staff.

About You
You are a qualified and motivated Social Worker passionate about supporting adults to live fulfilling and independent lives. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and confidently balance statutory responsibilities with person-centred practice. You share a commitment to strengths-based approaches, value collaborative working, and are motivated to make a positive difference to the lives of Sutton residents.

Qualifications
- Recognised Social Work qualification.
- Registration with Social Work England.