Senior Social Worker

• About the role
• Are you an experienced and motivated Adults' Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive local authority that champions professional development and encourages innovative practice.

We're seeking a
Senior Social Worker
with at least two years' post-ASYE experience to join our established
Sustained Services Mental Health Team
. In this pivotal role, you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting adults in the community who are living with complex mental health needs.

What You'll Do
As a Senior Social Worker, you will:

• Work collaboratively with the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) and wider partners.
• Carry out timely and responsive assessments, reviews, and re-assessments to deliver personalised, strengths-based care.
• Manage a complex caseload and lead on cases requiring specialist knowledge.
• Complete Court of Protection applications and contribute to legal proceedings where required.
• Undertake Care Act Assessments, Section 117 reviews, Mental Capacity Act assessments, Best Interest decisions, Community Deprivation of Liberty Orders and Social Circumstances Report.
• Respond to safeguarding referrals, conduct risk assessments, and implement protection plans.
• Provide senior duty support and professional guidance across the wider Mental Health team.
• Contribute to service development, sharing expertise and supporting continuous improvement.

About You
We are looking for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who:

• Holds Social Work England registration.
• Has 2 years post-ASYE experience.
• Has a strong background in delivering statutory duties, including Care Act responsibilities and safeguarding adults.
• Has experience or knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Human Rights Act 1998.
• Is confident in undertaking complex assessments.
• Demonstrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable adults.
• Brings excellent communication and relationship-building skills to foster collaborative working across agencies.
• Is motivated, resilient, and ready to take on a senior role within the team.

Why Join Us

• Become part of a highly-rated Adult Social Work service and play a key role in improving lives across Hillingdon.
• Career progression, including Practice Educator (PEP's) and Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) training, and development opportunities are available, with a clear pathway for growth.
• You'll contribute to delivering essential services and support vulnerable adults in their transition to independence.

If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of adults with complex mental health needs, we would love to hear from you.

Interviews will take place in early December and will be held in person.

• About You
• About us
• We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here's a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information
Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a 'per application' basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre-employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• Professional Registration Check
• 5 years of Referencing

Please note:
Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.