Qualified Social Worker, Adult Safeguarding Team, Somerset Council

Vitalis · Somerset, Somerset

Qualified Social Worker, Adult Safeguarding Team, Somerset Council at Vitalis, based in Somerset, Somerset, paying £38.00 per hour. This is a contract role with hybrid working.

Salary
£38.00 per hour
Location
Somerset, Somerset · Hybrid
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
5 Sep 2026
Sector
Local Government

About 20% above the going rate for local government

Reference OR-2801

About the role

Qualified Social Worker, Adult Safeguarding Team, Somerset Council
Pay rate to £38 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work in an Adult Safeguarding Team in Somerset Council.
 
Candidates must have at least 1 year’s experience of working in an adult safeguarding service as a social worker or have 2 year’s experience of completing S42(2) enquiries as a substantial part of a current or previous role. Hybrid role. Needs to be able to travel within Somerset for visits and work from County Hall in Taunton on Wednesdays.
  
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
  • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
    • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
    • Looked After Children (LAC)
    • Children’s Social Work
    • Adult Social Work
    • Service Manager
    • Head of Service
    • Team Manager
    • Assistant Team Manager
    • A wide range of housing roles
    • Careers in SEND in local authorities
 
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on [email removed] or [phone removed] for more information.

Reference: OR-2801 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 5 Sep 2026 · Listed via Vitalis

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