Adult Learning Disabilities Social Worker — Independence & Advocacy

NHS Jobs; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Rail/Bus season ticket

Annual leave progression (26-33 days)

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is seeking a registered Social Worker to join the Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities. You will use your professional expertise to support adults to live safely, independently and with dignity, with their voice at the centre of every decision.

You will manage a varied caseload, write high-quality assessments and reports, and work with families, carers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with experience of working with adults with learning disabilities
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and Mental Capacity Act understanding
• Commitment to equality and anti-discriminatory practice

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality assessments and reports for adults with learning disabilities.
• Manage a varied caseload and work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes.
• Build relationships with adults, families, carers and service providers to support independence and community participation.

Skills

Social Work Registration

Safeguarding

Mental Capacity Act

Equality & anti-discriminatory

Job description

Slough Borough Council is seeking a registered Social Worker to join the Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities. You will use your professional expertise to support adults to live safely, independently and with dignity, with their voice at the centre of every decision.

You will manage a varied caseload, write high-quality assessments and reports, and work with families, carers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Hybrid working options are available.