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Adults Social Worker - Dementia Team

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 27.56 - 27.56 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Job Description

Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking to make a real impact supporting older people living with dementia?

I'm working with a well-established Adult Social Care team in Newcastle who are looking for someone who can step straight into a busy, rewarding role supporting vulnerable adults and their families.

🔑 The Role

You will be working with older adults affected by dementia, completing person-centred assessments, developing care plans, and working closely with families and partner agencies to deliver the right support at the right time.

You'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on maintaining dignity, independence and quality of life for service users.

✅ Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
Proven experience working as a Social Worker (Adults)
Strong background in assessment, care planning and safeguarding
Experience working with older people and/or dementia servicesThis is not a role for someone stepping up for the first time - you must be confident managing a caseload and making informed decisions.

💼 Key Responsibilities

Carry a caseload of adults with complex needs, including dementia
Undertake strengths-based and person-centred assessments
Develop and review care plans in line with the Care Act
Work within Mental Capacity Act frameworks and best interest decisions 
Liaise with health professionals, families and partner agencies
Contribute to safeguarding enquiries and risk management

🌟 Why Work With Me (Davina Cripps - Caritas Recruitment)

Recruitment shouldn't feel transactional - and it won't with me.

✔️ I take a common-sense approach - I focus on what actually works for you, not just ticking boxes
 ✔️ No pushy sales tactics - you'll never be pressured into the wrong role
 ✔️ Honest, regular communication - you won't be left chasing updates
 ✔️ 23 years' recruitment experience - I know how to spot the good teams (and the ones to avoid)
 ✔️ Access to exclusive roles - some opportunities I work on aren't advertised elsewhere

I don't see Social Workers as CVs - I see professionals with purpose, and I'll represent you properly.

🤝 Why Caritas?

Caritas is a trusted name in Social Work recruitment, known for quality roles, strong compliance and long-standing local authority relationships.

💬 Let's Have a Proper Conversation

Whether you're actively looking or just exploring your options, I'm always happy to talk things through.

Davina Cripps
 Senior Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
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No pressure. No hard sell. Just honest guidance.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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