Experienced Social Worker

Salary range:Gradep.a. plus fantastic benefits
Contract: Permanent
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Croydon

Experienced Social Worker LIFE Team

Join Croydon Make a Real Difference

Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in a dynamic and supportive environment

At Croydon Council we are committed to delivering high-quality Adult Social Care services that empower residents to live independently. Our leadership continues to prioritise statutory services ensuring that our teams are well-supported to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We take pride in our:

• Stable and supportive workforce with low vacancy rates
• Minimal reliance on agency staff
• Dedicated Training Officer for Adult Social Care
• Professional support from a Principal Social Worker
• Recently upgraded digital recording systems

The Role: Experienced Social Worker

As an Experienced Social Worker you will play a key role in delivering high-quality strength-based practice within Adult Social Care.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake strength-based assessments and care planning
• Provide guidance and informal supervision to Social Workers and Health & Wellbeing Assessors
• Participate in the Duty Senior rota including allocating work and offering professional advice
• Support colleagues to deliver effective and person-centred interventions
• Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams

LIFE Team (Living Independently for Everyone)

This role sits within our LIFE Team focusing on hospital discharge through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway.

You will:

• Support individuals to return home safely following hospital discharge
• Deliver short-term fast-paced interventions that promote independence
• Conduct reablement-focused assessments in peoples own homes
• Work within an integrated multi-agency service
• Participate in a rota system including some weekend working

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Social Worker with post-qualifying experience
• Has experience in adult social care and complex casework
• Is confident in supporting and mentoring colleagues
• Demonstrates strong professional judgement and decision-making
• Is committed to strength-based person-centred practice
• Thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Brings creativity resilience and a collaborative mindset

Why Work in Croydon

• A friendly inclusive and ambitious working environment
• Opportunities to contribute to service development and innovation
• Flexible working arrangements including home working
• Excellent transport links across London

Benefits

Croydon Council offers one of the most competitive packages in local government including:

• Generous annual leave
• Flexible working options
• Childcare vouchers
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Retail discounts and leisure offers

We are committed to supporting staff wellbeing development and career progression.

For an informal discussion please contact:

• Maurisa Titus
• Jennifer Daniel