London Borough of Sutton
Social Worker- Adult Social Care
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About The London Borough of Sutton
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with strong transport links in and out of London, Sutton is renowned for its award-winning parks, low crime rates, affordable housing, and excellent schools. The borough also boasts high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, delivering quality services and addressing financial challenges while involving residents in key issues like high street changes.
Sutton is heavily invested in the health, wellbeing, and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, the borough is aiming to become the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Known as the "London Cancer Hub", this development will create 13,000 jobs, contribute over £1.2bn annually to the UK economy, and foster a thriving community of scientists, doctors, and innovative companies—directing real benefits for cancer patients and driving economic growth.
Regeneration efforts are focused on creating new homes and schools, ensuring vulnerable groups can maintain independence, and achieving a balance between support and independent living. Sutton collaborates closely with residents and community partners to shape a vibrant, sustainable future—ensuring the borough remains a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Strategic Partnerships
The Council acts as a driving force within the South London Partnership, consisting of five outer South West London boroughs, focused on strategic growth, regeneration, and investment. By adapting to residents’ evolving needs and fulfilling their ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ goals, Sutton aims to continuously shape a borough where quality services and community engagement help residents thrive.
About The Role & Ideal Candidate
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to deliver high-quality, strengths-based care that champions independence, ensures robust safeguarding, and achieves positive outcomes for the residents of Sutton.
The Role
As a Social Worker within the Cheam Locality Team, your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting strengths-based Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning in collaboration with residents, carers, and partner agencies.
- Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act assessments, and best-interest decision-making, with a focus on effective risk management.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with families, health professionals, and community partners to create person-centred solutions.
- Balancing statutory duties with preventative practices to help residents access local resources while reducing reliance on long-term formal services.
- Ensuring high standards of case recording while contributing to team culture through reflective practice and continuous professional growth.
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Candidate Profile
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Social Worker who is passionate about delivering exceptional, person-centred care and making a tangible difference in residents’ lives. The ideal candidate will be:
- A collaborative professional, confident in making critical decisions in complex frameworks.
- Dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for Sutton’s most vulnerable residents.
Essential Criteria
To qualify for this role, you must:
- Hold a Social Work qualification with current Social Work England registration.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the:
- Care Act 2014.
- Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Safeguarding principles.
- Have experience in managing diverse caseloads and working effectively in multi-agency settings.
- Possess excellent communication, analytical, and prioritisation skills to deliver high-quality services.
Desirable Criteria
Preferred experience includes:
- Professional experience in Adult Social Care, particularly with:
- Older adults.
- Individuals living with physical disabilities or conditions like Dementia.
- Expertise in:
- Court work.
- Continuing Healthcare.
- Complex safeguarding cases.
- Practice education.
Above all, we seek a candidate who embodies values of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
About Us: The Cheam Locality Social Work Team
The Cheam Locality Social Work Team is a statutory service under London Borough of Sutton Adult Social Care, supporting adults aged 18 and over with care needs related to:
- Physical disabilities.
- Dementia.
- Age-related frailty.
- Long-term conditions.
Team Objectives
The team’s primary focus is on:
- Conducting strengths-based Care Act assessments and creating person-centred support plans.
- Managing safeguarding enquiries and complex casework through targeted social work interventions.
- Ensuring legal compliance with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Collaborating with health, housing, and voluntary partners to deliver coordinated support.
Guided by professional curiosity, accountability, and innovation, the team is committed to:
- Promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Placing residents at the center of decision-making to enable the best possible quality of life.
Our Offer To You
At Sutton, we value talent and potential, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for professional development.
Key Benefits
Employees enjoy an extensive benefits package to help strike a healthy work-life balance, including:
- Generous annual leave: 26–32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time roles).
- Enhanced parental leave: Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption, and dependents leave.
- Two volunteering days per year.
- Flexible Working: Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on role).
- Adjustable working arrangements via Google Chromebooks.
- Learning and development portal with a range of courses.
- Discounts on local shops, restaurants, gyms, and leisure centres.
- Interest-free season ticket loans.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Bicycle loan and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Electric vehicle leasing scheme.
- Confidential health and wellbeing support, including counselling.
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Application Process
Key Instructions
Apply online, outlining:
- Your relevant skills, abilities, and experience.
- How they align with the requirements outlined in this job profile.
Ensure your CV details are accurately uploaded in the appropriate sections.
AI Policy Reminder
While we embrace AI for workplace productivity, we reserve the right to reject applications where AI-generated content is used in isolation without personalised responses. Sutton values authenticity and seeks candidates who clearly demonstrate their unique skills, experience, and motivation for the role, embodying our PRIDE values (Professionalism, Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Empathy).
Transparency & Selection
(Value highlighted in initial recruitment) will be tested during interviews and selection stages.
The closing date is indicative. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once an adequate number of applications has been received.
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
To foster an inclusive workforce, Sutton anonymises applications to reduce bias based on protected characteristics. We prioritise diverse interview panels to mitigate unconscious bias fully.
The borough is proud of its Dementia-Friendly Communities and disability confident employer status, guaranteeing interviews to disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer, all employees receive the London Living Wage, regardless of contract type.
Immigration Policy
Under the UK’s points-based immigration system, sponsorship availability for non-EU workers depends on eligibility and budgetary considerations. We encourage checking the GOV.UK website for right-to-work guidance. Sponsorship is not guaranteed for all roles—evaluation is case-by-case.
Additional Information
Sutton prides itself on being a diverse and welcoming Borough, aiming to create a workforce that reflects the community. We actively celebrate differences and foster a culture of belonging.
For employees and their families, we offer:
- Family-friendly employment policies.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Staff engagement forums.
- Inclusive staff networks (e.g., LGBTQ+, ethnic minority groups).
- Disability-friendly workplace adjustments.
We recognise and support workers and their families, ensuring policies are accessible and suitable for all.
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