Senior Social worker

Job description

Senior Social Worker – Adult Social Care - Dudley

Myn is currently recruiting for experienced and motivated Senior Social Workers to join high-performing Adult Social Care teams within a forward-thinking local authority. This is an excellent opportunity for an exemplary practitioner ready to take on a leadership role, champion reflective practice, and support adults and carers to achieve independence through person-centred, strength-based social work.

The Opportunity:
You will manage a complex caseload while providing professional leadership, mentoring colleagues and promoting innovative, high-quality adult social care practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing complex cases involving risk and safeguarding concerns
• Leading Adult Safeguarding Enquiries in line with statutory procedures
• Undertaking strengths-based assessments and developing person-centred support plans
• Promoting independence through Direct Payments and Personal Budgets
• Chairing planning and review meetings
• Deputising for the Assistant Team Manager/Team Manager when required
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff, ASYEs and students
• Supporting reflective practice and professional development across the team
• Working collaboratively with families, carers and partner agencies
• Developing community-based support solutions
• Maintaining accurate case records, assessments and reports
• Applying key Adult Social Care legislation including the Care Act, MCA, MHA and Human Rights legislation

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree in Social Work or equivalent)
• Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
• Significant post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care
• Strong knowledge of Adult Safeguarding, Care Act, MCA and Mental Health legislation
• Experience managing complex cases and safeguarding enquiries
• Supervisory or mentoring experience
• Excellent analytical, communication and decision-making skills
• A strong commitment to person-centred, strengths-based practice
• Ability to lead, mentor and model best practice

Why Apply Through Myn?

• Access to exclusive senior-level opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the process
• Expert guidance from application through to placement
• Competitive rates and career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to work within innovative, supportive teams
• Access to roles offering leadership and specialist development

Ready For Your Next Opportunity?
If you are an experienced social worker ready to lead practice, mentor others and make a lasting impact on adults and carers, we want to hear from you.

Apply today through Myn and take the next step in your social work career.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dudley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English