Job Title: Adult Social Worker
Starting Salary: Social Worker £37,035 progressing to £40,476 pa (pro rata for part-time) + £1k welcome payment, relocation & car lease schemes (terms apply)
Hours: 37 hours or part time
Location: Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Directorate: Adult Care Services
Are you passionate about improving lives and empowering people to live independently? Whether you're an experienced social worker or just starting your journey, Hertfordshire County Council offers a range of exciting opportunities across our adult social care services.
We’re transforming the way we work through our Connected Lives approach – a strengths-based model that puts people at the centre of everything we do. We focus on what matters most to individuals and their carers, helping them achieve their goals, stay connected to their communities, and live fulfilling lives
Why Join Us?
- Hybrid and flexible working to support your work-life balance
- Ongoing learning and development to help you grow in your career
- Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering
A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice matters
About the team
We're looking for social work England registered Social Workers to join us.
We have opportunities within our adult disability, older people and hospital teams across Hertfordshire.
Prevention of Admissions Team - Hemel Hempstead
Join our well-established, integrated Health and Social Care Prevention of Admissions Team, based in Hemel Hempstead, and be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary service dedicated to keeping people safe and well at home.
You’ll work alongside a skilled team of nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, delivering rapid, person-centred care to residents across South West Hertfordshire.
You'll be part of:
- A collaborative, co-located team environment with health colleagues
- A fast-paced service providing urgent 2-hour response assessments in community settings
- A focus on preventing unnecessary hospital admissions, helping individuals remain in the comfort of their own homes
- Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (4:30 PM on Fridays)
Gateway Team West
Be part of the front door to adult social care in Hertfordshire, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and short-term support.
This role involves traveling throughout Hertfordshire to visit residents' homes and the office, providing crucial information and support to prevent, reduce, and delay the need for statutory services. You will work within a 12-week pathway to connect people with resources that empower them to manage their lives independently.
You'll
- Conduct assessments and reviews (including carers)
- Develop personalised solutions, and coordinate support to maximise independence.
- Collaborate with various partners while adhering to professional standards and legislation
Specialist training will be provided to assess functional ability and utilise technology and equipment-based solutions. You will .
Adult Disability Team
This service supports adults with learning and physical disabilities to live independently and engage with their communities.
You’ll:
- Complete care needs assessments
- Develop innovative, person-centred support plans
- Build networks and raise awareness locally
- Work alongside community care officers, learning disability nurses, and occupational therapists
This is a fast-paced, community-focused environment. A full UK driving licence is required. Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
Hospital Integrated Discharge Team
- market forces enhancement per year
- 5% operational enhancement.
These enhancements are non-contractual payments, subject to a 3 yearly review
You'll ensure safe and timely discharges from hospital by:
- Assessing the needs of patients and carers
- Arranging appropriate care packages
- Liaising with professionals and agencies
- Supporting person-centred discharge planning
Barnet & Chase Farm Hospital
Watford General Hospital
Post Hospital Review Teams, North & West Hertfordshire
Herts Valleys Community Hospital Team - 24 hours per week
Older People Team
Support adults and carers with long-term health and social care needs. Our teams work under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan, support, and review care needs. Roles are available in:
- Locality-based teams
- Residential and community reviewing teams
- Crisis intervention and hospital admission prevention teams
- Sensory services
East Herts locality
Welwyn Hatfield & Broxbourne Locality
North Herts Locality
Visit Adult social work in Hertfordshire to find out more.
About you
Essential:
• Social Work degree
• Registration with Social Work England
• Driving licence
This job role is within the Health & Social Care, level 10 & 11 job profile. Please locate this via:
Job profiles - Health and social care
We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.
If you have questions about our opportunities please contact sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk or for an informal discussion about the role.
This is an ongoing advert with applications being regularly reviewed and interviews arranged.
Benefits of working for us
How to apply
As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.
Secondment
This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.
Additional information
Disability Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Safeguarding
This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Driving required
You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.
English Fluency
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.