The Role
Make a Real Difference – Join Southwark’s Adult Social Work Services
Are you an enthusiastic and committed professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of older adults and people with physical disabilities?
Do you thrive in a supportive, innovative environment that embraces technology and collaboration?
If so, we’d love to hear from you.
At Southwark, our Adult Social Work Services are made up of diverse, dynamic teams dedicated to empowering residents to live independently and with dignity. We work across a range of specialisms – delivering person-centred care to adults with physical disabilities, older people, adults with dementia, and carers – supporting them to live with independence and dignity.
Why Join Us?
While agency work offers flexibility, many social workers are now choosing the long-term value of permanent roles — and Southwark is proud to offer just that.
Join us for:
- greater career stability and job security
- funded professional development and clear progression pathways
- generous annual leave and pension contributions
- flexible working and a supportive team culture
- the opportunity to build lasting relationships with residents and make a real, lasting difference
You’ll also benefit from strong practice support, including access to our Principal Social Worker and Principal Occupational Therapist, and be part of a forward-thinking service that values innovation and continual improvement.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be:
- passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support
- a team player who thrives in diverse, multi-disciplinary settings
- open to new technologies and creative approaches
- committed to ongoing learning, development, and career growth
- a qualified Social Worker who has completed your ASYE and is confident in adult social care practice
- experienced in working with older adults and people with physical disabilities, with a clear understanding of their specific needs and challenges
Apply Now
To apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do here.
Join us in shaping the future of adult social care in Southwark — where your work truly matters.
This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Recruitment timetable
Advert close date: 11:59pm on 19th June 2025
Interview date/s: To Be Confirmed
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
