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Social Worker - Access & Duty Team

📍 Location
Hackney Central
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 08, 2026

About the Role

Social Worker - Adult Access & Duty Team

Location: Hackney Council

Rate: £32.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Locum

Hackney Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Adult Access & Duty Team on a locum basis. This role sits within the front door of Adult Social Care, focusing on timely responses to referrals, initial assessments, and ensuring residents receive appropriate support at the earliest opportunity.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, undertaking strengths-based assessments and collaborating with partner agencies to promote independence and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake strengths-based Care Act assessments
Provide information, advice and signposting to residents and carers
Respond to referrals and manage demand within an Access/Duty setting
Develop person-centred support plans focused on outcomes
Undertake and contribute to safeguarding enquiries
Assess and manage risk,...

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