Social Worker - Community Learning Disability and Autism

Job Introduction

Salary: £40,444 - £43,149 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent 

What you'll be doing
 Our Adult Social Care Division is committed to enabling adults with social care needs to:

• Have control over their lives.
• Live safe, healthy, and fulfilled lives.
• Play an active role within strong and prosperous communities.
• Access the support they need to achieve the level of independence they choose.

As a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will manage complex cases, support colleagues, and contribute to the development of future services. You will be responsible for:

• Receiving and coordinating complex referrals.
• Undertaking comprehensive assessments, including:
  • Social care assessments
  • Carers assessments
  • Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) assessments
  • Best Interests Assessor (BIA) assessments
• Developing and reviewing person-centred support plans.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting Social Care Assessors.
• Managing risk and undertaking crisis intervention where required.
• Promoting advocacy, user involvement, and strengths-based practice

What we expect from you

We are looking for a qualified and motivated Social Worker who has:

• Significant post-qualification experience in social care or health settings.
• Experience of mentoring, coaching, and supporting colleagues.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• Experience of partnership and multi-agency working.
• The ability to undertake AMHP and/or BIA assessments.
• A commitment to person-centred practice, advocacy, and positive outcomes.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence representing the organisation in court or formal settings.

Essential Requirements

• Social Work qualification (BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised by Social Work England).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to travel to visit individuals and families in their homes.
• Flexibility to work across Adult Social Care pathways.

Benefits

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How to apply

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