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March 29, 2021
Adults’ services jobs
ViaR Recruitment offers the widest variety of qualified temporary and permanent adult social worker jobs at UK local authorities, NHS trusts, fostering agencies, charities and more.
Specialists in adult social work recruitment
As one of the UK’s leading social work recruitment agencies, we offer a diverse range of roles within adults’ services. These include positions in hospital discharge teams, mental health, adult safeguarding, and services for older people. We also provide specialist assessment roles, enabling experienced social workers to work on a pay-per-assessment basis.
As an adults’ services social worker, you will support society’s most vulnerable adults, helping them achieve greater independence and control while enhancing their wellbeing and overall quality of life.
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Why choose Viar to find your next job in social work?
Exclusive jobs
Because we’re trusted by employers to supply exceptional staff, we often have exclusive access to roles, meaning there are jobs available through ViaR that you simply won’t find anywhere else.
Wider choice of employers and roles
We provide career opportunities to experienced practitioners across more than 100 organisations nationwide, offering hundreds of roles in both children’s and adults’ services. Whether you’re seeking positions in adult services or frontline work with children in need, we have an extensive selection of permanent and locum social worker roles to match your skills and experience.
Expert knowledge
As a specialist social work agency, we bring in-depth expertise to the sector. Our temporary and permanent recruitment teams consist of skilled and knowledgeable professionals who undergo extensive training, ensuring they are true experts in their fields.
Personal consulting
You will have your own personal consultant from the first time you speak to ViaR. Your consultant’s service will be tailored to you as an individual, identifying ideal opportunities for you.
FAQs about Adult Social Worker jobs
What adult social work opportunities can ViaR offer?
Adult social work roles cover a wide range of teams, from referral and assessment to hospital-based services. At ViaR Recruitment, we offer opportunities across various specialisms, including hospital discharge, older adults, liberty protection, community healthcare, Care Act assessments, physical disabilities, and adult safeguarding.
We also recruit for contract, temporary, and full-time positions in diverse settings. With such a broad selection of opportunities, you’re certain to find the perfect role for your skills and preferences.
Which role in adults’ services is the right step for me?
Adult social work roles encompass a wide range of exciting opportunities across all levels. When considering your next step, it’s important to reflect on your career goals, daily commitments, and personal preferences to determine the role that suits you best.
Remember, the ViaR Recruitment team is here to help. With extensive experience in guiding social workers to secure the ideal position, we can support you in exploring available opportunities and identifying the ones that are the perfect fit for you.
What does a typical career progression look like for social workers in adults’ services?
Social work offers a variety of career paths, each with unique opportunities for growth. A typical progression route for social workers in adults’ services might look like this:
Newly Qualified Social Worker > Social Worker > Senior Social Worker > Senior Practitioner > Assistant Team Manager > Team Manager > Service Manager > Head of Service
However, many other paths are available depending on your specialism and interests. To explore these options in detail, take a look at our guide on social work career progression opportunities.
If you’re ready to advance your career, there are several ways to take the next step. You could pursue postgraduate qualifications or training in your chosen area of focus. Alternatively, you might explore promotion opportunities in your current workplace or consider lateral career moves into related roles or settings.
Whatever your next goal as an adult social worker, you’ll find long-term prospects and countless opportunities to make a difference. Whether you aim for a managerial role or a specialised position, your career can continue to grow while offering the rewarding experience of helping others.