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Qualified Social Worker - Adult Social Care

£42.84k - £49.28k per annum
Full-time

Social Worker/Qualified Practitioner (Adult Social Care)

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits (Pay award pending)
Location: Wokingham
Contract: Contract
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 06/09/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 713491

We're excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to join our dedicated Adult Social Care Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, 2 year fixed term contract.

As a Social Worker, you will work with a diverse range of individuals supporting them to live the life they choose. You'll focus on what individuals can do, not just what support they need whilst getting to know the people you work with and what matters most to them. The work you do will enable carers to continue in their caring roles for as long as they choose and are able to.

This role sits within our All Age Continuing Care and S117 Support Team, a specialist service supporting children and adults with complex health and care needs. Working closely with social care, health colleagues and partner organisations, the team helps to secure the right funding, coordinate assessments and make sure people receive the support they need. Experience in S117 or Continuing Healthcare is not essential, as full training will be provided to help you develop within this specialist area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection, and we were especially proud to be rated 'Outstanding' for how we learn, improve, and come up with new ideas. This reflects our commitment to supporting our social workers to grow, share ideas, and deliver the very best outcomes for the people we support.

You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and care. Whether you're new to the role or bringing years of experience, you'll be welcomed, encouraged, and supported to do your best work and make a real difference.

Wokingham Borough Council is proud to support , a movement working to change how we think about social care. Its goal is simple: everyone should be able to live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, in communities that care and help them do what matters most.

Staff Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
Local Government Pension Scheme
GP Helpline 7 days per week
Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline
Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham)
Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work
Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
Move through Menopause Course
Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more
Learning & Development Opportunities
Employee Networks
And more!

Key responsibilities:
• Assessing and reviewing the needs of adults and carers in line with the Care Act 2014
• Offering advice, guidance, and access to the right support services
• Carrying out risk assessments and developing safety plans
• Working in a person-centred way, respecting people's dignity, culture, and wishes
• Using a strengths-based approach to help people live independently
• Working closely with carers, families, and partner organisations

Candidate requirements:
• Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)
• A good understanding of social care law and professional practice
• Full Driving License and Daily Access to a Car
• A solution focused, compassionate team player

About Wokingham Borough
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents.

Click the link below and Apply Today!
Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact via email Amanda Brierley, Team Manager -

Closing date: Sunday 6th September 2026, 11pm
Interview date: W/C 14th September 2026 (Subject to change)

Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.

AI in Applications:
We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.

However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected.

We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Further information on this vacancy

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