Adult social worker


Company:	Wax Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£23.33
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 0LE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	22 Aug 2026

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Summary

Job title: Adult social worker

Job Category: Social Care Qualified

Hours per week: 37

Location: Plough Lane, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 0LE, Herefordshire Council

Pay: £23.33 per hour

Job description

The Young Adults (Transitions) Team supports young people aged 18–25 as they move from children into adult social care. Working in line with the Care Act 2014, you will complete strengths‑based assessments, identify eligible needs, and develop care and support plans that promote wellbeing and independence. The role also involves Section 42 safeguarding enquiries, CHC, Mental Capacity Act assessments and best‑interest decision‑making, and contributing to court work as required, working closely with young adults, families, and multi‑agency partners to ensure safe and positive transitions into adult services.

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