Job Advert: Registered Social Worker (Adult Services) – Social Care QualifiedLocation: Monmouth
Employment Type: Temporary (12 Weeks)
Start Date: 12 January 2026
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, including duty work)
Salary:

• PAYE: £29.24 per hour
• Umbrella: £39.32 per hour
  

Are you a Registered Social Worker with experience in Adult Services and a passion for person-centred practice? We are seeking a skilled and committed Social Worker to join Adult Services in Monmouthshire on a 12-week temporary assignment, supporting service continuity during long-term sickness cover. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment.

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What You’ll Do:

• Complete integrated and multi-disciplinary assessments that are person-centred and strength-based, focusing on “what matters” to individuals.
• Develop care and support plans that define personal outcomes and measure the effectiveness of interventions.
• Maintain and manage a caseload, empowering individuals, carers, and communities to promote sustainable wellbeing.
• Provide accessible information and advice through an immediate response service.
• Apply Fair Access to Care guidance in line with Monmouthshire County Council policies.
• Undertake risk assessments and develop proportionate risk management plans where required.
• Support people through hospital discharge processes, promoting independence within community settings.
• Uphold individuals’ rights under the Human Rights Act and Mental Capacity Act, ensuring least restrictive practice.
• Carry out specialist assessments including Mental Capacity Assessments and Continuing Health Care assessments.
• Prepare reports and contribute to Adult Protection meetings, case conferences, Court of Protection proceedings, and Quality Assurance groups.
• Work collaboratively with communities, providers, and partner organisations to develop community-based solutions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and complete financial assessments in line with local and national frameworks.

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What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• Experience working within Adult Social Care, including safeguarding and multi-agency working.
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and Human Rights legislation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team.

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Essential Requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Signed Confidentiality Agreement.
• Minimum of 2 years’ references/work history.

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Why Join Us?This role offers the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking Adult Services team, supporting individuals to live as independently as possible while safeguarding their wellbeing. You’ll receive professional support and the chance to contribute to high-quality, person-centred practice during a key period of service need.

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Interested?
Apply now by submitting your CV and required documents to Network Recruitment Wales today! Contact us at 01443 230222 or visit https://www.networkrecruitmentwales.co.uk/nrwpeople/ for more details. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a real impact within Adult Social Care.