Qualified Social Worker - Adult Services

Adult Social Worker – London | £30–£32 per hour Location: London Contract: Locum / Temporary Start: ASAP Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in London? 3D Recruit is…

Pay rate £30 – £32/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 September 2026

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Adult Social Worker – London | £30–£32 per hour

Location: London
Contract: Locum / Temporary
Start: ASAP

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in London?

3D Recruit is currently recruiting for a Qualified Adult Social Worker to join a local authority team, offering a competitive rate of £30–£32 per hour.

The Role

You will manage a varied and complex caseload, supporting adults with a range of care and support needs. The role will involve:

* Completing Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning

* Managing complex cases and developing person-centred support plans

* Undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decisions

* Conducting safeguarding enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014

* Coordinating complex discharge planning and community support

* Working closely with health professionals and multidisciplinary teams

* Promoting independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for adults

* Maintaining accurate case records and producing high-quality reports

* Providing professional support and guidance to less experienced colleagues

* Ensuring statutory duties are delivered in line with legislation and local authority procedures

What We're Looking For

* Social Work degree or equivalent qualification

* Current Social Work England (SWE) registration

* Minimum 2 years' post-qualifying experience

* Strong knowledge of UK adult social care legislation and practice

* Experience managing complex adult social care cases

* Right to work in the UK

Why Work with 3D Recruit?

At 3D Recruit, we don't just place you in a role - we support you throughout your locum journey.

* Competitive pay rates with holiday pay and pension

* Exclusive vacancies with local authorities

* Flexible locum, temporary and permanent opportunities

* Dedicated one-to-one support from your personal consultant

* Access to free CPD training to support your professional development and SWE registration

* Referral bonus of up to £250 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply)

Interested?

If you're an experienced Adult Social Worker and this opportunity sounds like the right fit, apply now with your CV and a member of the 3D Recruit team will be in touch.

Start date: ASAP

At 3D Recruit, candidate safety and compliance are paramount. All candidates undergo a thorough vetting process, including DBS checks where required, face-to-face registration, verification of original documentation and comprehensive reference checks before being represented to our clients

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