Wiltshire Council
Social Worker Level 2
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Salary: £39,144 - £41,110 per annum (Inclusive of 5% Market Supplement)
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 18 May 2026
Are you a Social Worker looking for a rewarding role? Join us and be part of a team offering professional growth opportunities and flexibility for work-life balance.
This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with health colleagues in a multi-agency integrated service focused on Health and Social Care. The aim of this role is to reduce unnecessary social hospital admissions/to support carer breakdown and to promote independence, by assessing people in their own homes and assisting people to maximise independent living.
Our focus includes community support before hospital transfer and assistance in Accident and Emergency departments. As a Level 2 Social Worker, you will assist the manager in delivering a holistic service, ensuring the safety of vulnerable adults, and facilitating prompt assistance for adults and their caregivers during crises such as falls or caregiver emergencies. Your responsibilities will involve assessing needs for eligibility, devising care plans, and achieving or maintaining well-being outcomes.
We are seeking a motivated, organised Social Worker with energy and creativity. You will need to be registered with Social Work England, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Your updated knowledge of relevant legislation, and an in-depth understanding of relevant adult social care legislation.
Ready to make a real impact? Apply now to be a part of our mission to provide quality care and support.
This position comes with a 5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.
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Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Contact details
Holly Pryer, Service Manager, at Holly.pryer@wiltshire.gov.uk
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