Experienced Social Worker - Safeguarding inReading inReading PUBLISHED 10 DEC 2023

£38,648 to £43,418 a year  PERMANENT 

Please see the attached Social Worker job description for more details about what is involved in the Social Worker - Safeguarding job.

We are looking for social workers who strive for excellence, you will have a passion for safeguarding and supporting lives that matter to residents. We are an innovative driven authority which delivers excellent safeguarding practice. The authority is well led by a committed experienced leadership team. We are looking for a motivated, talented and Experienced Social Worker in Adult Social Care with experience in Safeguarding.

Working as an Experienced Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting service. We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, young adults and health care providers.

Safeguarding is pivotal in Adult Social Care and Reading Borough Council are committed to ensuring that people can live safely, free from abuse or harm.

This role is varied and fast paced but also provides the opportunity for personal development and growth.

It is essential that applicants have experience of working with safeguarding high standards of practice and can demonstrate understanding of the relevant legislation and how this is applied to keep people safe. Involving the person in any safeguarding activity is key and we would like to see evidence of how this has been achieved. As part of this role you will be screening safeguarding concerns as well undertaking section 42 enquiries.

As an Experienced Social Worker you will be able to also demonstrate a robust understanding of risk and of the various kinds of harm and abuse which a person might be at risk of experiencing.


You will need to have:

  • A degree or equivalent in Social Work
  • Registration with Social Work England
  • Understanding of the Care Act 2and all other legislation related to safeguarding adults practice is required.

Please see the attached Social Worker job description for more details about what is involved in the Social Worker - Safeguarding job.

We are looking for social workers who strive for excellence, you will have a passion for safeguarding and supporting lives that matter to residents. We are an innovative driven authority which delivers excellent safeguarding practice. The authority is well led by a committed experienced leadership team. We are looking for a motivated, talented and Experienced Social Worker in Adult Social Care with experience in Safeguarding.

Working as an Experienced Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting service. We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, young adults and health care providers.

Safeguarding is pivotal in Adult Social Care and Reading Borough Council are committed to ensuring that people can live safely, free from abuse or harm.

This role is varied and fast paced but also provides the opportunity for personal development and growth.

It is essential that applicants have experience of working with safeguarding high standards of practice and can demonstrate understanding of the relevant legislation and how this is applied to keep people safe. Involving the person in any safeguarding activity is key and we would like to see evidence of how this has been achieved. As part of this role you will be screening safeguarding concerns as well undertaking section 42 enquiries.

As an Experienced Social Worker you will be able to also demonstrate a robust understanding of risk and of the various kinds of harm and abuse which a person might be at risk of experiencing.


You will need to have:

  • A degree or equivalent in Social Work
  • Registration with Social Work England
  • Understanding of the Care Act 2and all other legislation related to safeguarding adults practice is required.



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