Social Worker

Derbyshire County Council

Closing date

08 November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified and enthusiastic Social Worker to join the Bolsover South Adult Care Team on a temporary basis to provide cover whilst the substantive postholder undertakes a secondment opportunity.

This role offers the chance to work within a friendly, supportive and experienced team committed to delivering strengths-based, person-centred support to adults and their carers. You will manage a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act work and care planning, working collaboratively with individuals, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

We are looking for a motivated practitioner who is passionate about promoting independence, wellbeing and choice, whilst ensuring adults are supported and safeguarded effectively.

You will

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Be registered with Social Work England.
• Have experience of working within Adult Social Care.
• Be able to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressure.
• Have excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• Be committed to strengths-based and outcome-focused practice.

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Regular supervision and management support.
• Opportunities to develop knowledge and skills within Adult Care.
• Flexible and hybrid working options where service needs allow.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of adults and carers across Bolsover

Provisional interview date - w/b 16/11/2026