Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£51,663

About the Role
Make a Real Impact – Join Southwark’s Adult Social Work Services. Are you a passionate social worker ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and people with physical disabilities? Do you value a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills are recognised and your development is supported? If so, we’d love to welcome you to Southwark. At Southwark Council, our Adult Social Work Services are made up of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams who are committed to helping residents live with dignity, independence, and purpose. Our work spans a range of specialisms, including older adults, physical disabilities, dementia care, and support for unpaid carers — and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to join us on this journey.

Why Choose Southwark?
More and more social workers are choosing the long-term rewards of a permanent role — and Southwark offers the stability, support, and career growth that makes a lasting difference. Here’s what you can expect: Career stability and clear progression pathways, funded training and professional development, generous annual leave and pension contributions, flexible, hybrid working options, a supportive, inclusive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion, direct access to senior practice leaders, including our Principal Social Worker and Principal Occupational Therapist. We’re proud to be a forward-thinking borough that embraces technology, encourages fresh ideas, and is committed to continually improving the way we work — so you can focus on delivering outstanding support to those who need it most.

Experience
We’re seeking qualified social workers who are registered with Social Work England and have completed their ASYE, are confident in adult social care practice, with an understanding of the Care Act, safeguarding, and strengths-based approaches, and have experience working with older adults and/or people with physical disabilities.

About you
You are collaborative, reflective, and committed to professional growth, and embrace new ideas and technologies to improve outcomes.

Qualifications
Qualified social worker with relevant registration.