Social Worker - Adult Learning Disabilities and Autism

We are looking for a passionate Social Worker dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism. As a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration, you will bring your drive and commitment to our supportive team. We welcome applications from both qualified professionals and newly qualified social workers with experience in learning disabilities who are looking to embark on a rewarding career.

Our Community Team for people with a learning disability and autism is committed to improving outcomes for the people we support. We adopt a person-centred approach in all our work, ensuring that the needs and preferences of each individual are met. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment and possesses strong organisational skills, creativity and effective communication abilities when working with adults with learning disabilities and autism.

The CTPLD and Autism team offers a great work environment characterised by a shared ethos, mutual support, and a positive team dynamic. We collaborate with colleagues across the service to draw on specialist knowledge and expertise. Our staff are our greatest asset and you will benefit from regular supervision, access to excellent training opportunities and the chance to develop your professional skills and interests., You will hold a case load of people with learning disabilities and autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a learning disability and or autism as well as general case management duties. You will also be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.

Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council., Disability Confident
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Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years' service (pro rata for part time).
Annual leave purchase policy.
Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees' work-life balance.
An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
Local government pension scheme.
Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).
A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees' health and wellbeing.
Staff dental and health plans.
Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
Supermarket discount.

Interview date
Interviews will be held week commencing 25th November 2024.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.