Qualified Social Worker
- River Simmons
- Lead Consultant
Job Advertisement: Social Worker
Location: Brent Council Offices, London
Salary: £41,808 – £45,021 per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Golden Handshake: £5,000 bonus (after satisfactory probation)
Retention Payment: £3,000 bonus after one year for eligible roles
Join Brent’s Dedicated Adult Social Care Team
Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking to make a real impact in people’s lives? Join Brent Council’s Adult Social Care team and be part of a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking environment. Brent are committed to delivering high-quality services that empower their diverse community and improve well-being.
About the Role
As a Social Worker in the Adult Social Care team, you will:
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Conduct needs-led assessments in line with the Community Care Act.
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Develop personalised care plans and coordinate multi-service care packages.
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Work collaboratively with service users, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
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Manage complex caseloads, including safeguarding adults and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
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Support the team in achieving performance targets and driving continuous improvement.
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Ensure all work aligns with Brent Council’s policies and procedures.
What We’re Looking For
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A qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
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Experience in adult social care.
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Strong Front Door or case management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across services.
Why Choose Brent Council?
Brent value their employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Financial Rewards: £5,000 Golden Handshake after probation and a £3,000 Retention Bonus after one year.
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Career Development: A structured Adult Social Care career pathway with ongoing training and opportunities for progression.
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Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid working model, with approximately three days onsite/community-based work and remote flexibility.
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Annual Leave: 27 days rising to 33 days with service, plus the option to buy and sell additional leave.
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Work-Life Balance: Supportive policies, Employee Assistance Programme, and access to well-being resources.
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Diverse & Inclusive Community: Work in one of the UK’s most multicultural boroughs, where 149 languages are spoken.
How to Apply
Interested? We’d love to hear from you! For more information and to apply, please contact:
Narinder Kaur at or call 0117 4200 084 or Vinay Kumar at or call 0333 3079 179.
Safeguarding Commitment
Brent Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check and pre-employment screening.
Hear from Our Leadership
Want to know more about working in Adult Social Care at Brent? Watch a message from our Director of Adult Social Services here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shWy5P4rA4I
Good luck-we look forward to receiving your application!
