Senior Social Worker

Are you a Band 7 Senior Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in Southwest London? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Senior Social Worker (Band 7)
• Location: Southwest London (Mostly Remote)
• Duration: Ongoing Locum Contract
• Schedule: Minimum 2 days per week on-site, full-time induction for the first 2 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate of Pay: £35 per hour
• Contact: Owen Bowerman - /

Join our Mental Health Reviews and Accommodations Team as a Senior Social Worker, where you will:

• Supervise and support Social Workers and Social Care Assessors
• Act as a Safeguarding Adults Manager, ensuring best practices
• Manage a complex caseload, authorising assessments and reviews
• Chair professional meetings and provide clear direction as Duty Senior
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Social Work England registration
• Experience supervising social workers and managing complex cases
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, mental health assessments, and accommodation reviews
• The ability to work both remotely and on-site when required
• A commitment to delivering high-quality social care

This is a mostly remote role, requiring a minimum of 2 days on-site and full-time office attendance for the first 2 weeks of induction. Monthly duty, team meetings, and reflection days must be attended in person.

This opportunity won't last long! Contact Owen Bowerman today at or email , or click below to apply now.

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Social Workers, RMNs, CPNs, Psychologists, and Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We're also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

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