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Social Worker, Learning Disabilities & Autism (Redeployment 17628)

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Social Worker, Learning Disabilities & Autism (Redeployment 17628)

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SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 7 Jan | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 695c2e640fa842fe99e2b233a52a9ab7

Full Job Description

  • Suffolk County Council - West Suffolk House, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3YU - Hybrid, Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the 'Person Profile' section of the JPP.
  • You should use the Supporting Statement template.
  • Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

    Newly Qualified Adult Social Workers: £36,124 per annum, Plus a £500 additional payment on completion of ASYE (pro rata for part time hours), To apply you should be a qualified social worker with a current Social Work England registration. (Or awaiting your registration if Newly Qualified).
    • You'll bring experience of social work, modelling good practice and providing advice and guidance in complex situations. You should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance. With experience of chairing meetings involving clients, family members, carers, and other multi-agency professionals, we're looking for your ability to develop strong relationships with partner agencies and the local community to provide a supportive framework for vulnerable adults.

  • Grade 5 Social Worker: £36,124 - £39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
  • 30 hours - Flexible working options available and the option to apply for part time hours
  • Retention payments for 2, 3 and 5 years service of £1,000, £1,500 and £2,000
  • Permanent
    • Are you looking for a job that challenges your social work practice and provides the opportunity to bring positive change to people's lives? Our experienced teams have strong connections with the local community and the people and the families they support. We invest in building the strong multidisciplinary partnerships needed to get the right results. Working with the Learning disability and Autism service means a varied day. You may support a young person to move into their first home from hospital or set up a re-ablement plan to help someone connect with their local community. There are plenty of opportunities to support co-production work with our Independent advocacy organisation based in Suffolk (aceanglia.com) Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a real, lasting impact on people's lives? Join our dynamic team and be part of a service that transforms lives through empowerment, independence, and community integration. In this role, you'll work with individuals with learning disabilities and autism, providing personalized support that helps them achieve their goals and thrive in their community. Every day is different-whether you're helping a young person transition from hospital to their first home or creating a tailored reablement plan to connect someone within local community, you'll have the chance to make a profound difference. What We Offer:
  • Diverse, meaningful work: Support individuals at crucial moments in their lives, fostering independence and personal growth.
  • Collaborative teamwork: Work within a strong, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and is committed to delivering outstanding outcomes.
  • Community focus: Partner with ACE Anglia, an independent advocacy organization in Suffolk, to champion co-production and ensure the voices of those you support are heard.
  • Personal and professional growth: Develop your skills within an experienced and supportive team that invests in your future.
    • If you're passionate about social work and ready to bring positive change to those who need it most, we'd love to hear from you!

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