Adult Practitioner

Telford and Wrekin Council; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a part-time Adult Practitioner to work within the Autism and Learning Disability Team. This role involves delivering person-centred support to adults with autism and learning disabilities, promoting independence and social inclusion. Applicants must demonstrate experience in providing strengths-based support. The position offers a competitive salary pro-rated for part-time hours, generous annual leave, and flexible working arrangements including hybrid work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts and wellbeing support

Free parking for staff

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in working with autistic and/or learning disabled adults.
• Proven ability to deliver person-centred, strengths-based support.

Responsibilities

• Screen all duty enquiries within the team.
• Provide support within community hubs.
• Promote independence and choice for service users.
• Collaborate with partners to coordinate care.

Skills

Experience with autistic and/or learning disabled adults

Ability to provide person-centred support

Strengths-based approach

Job description

Overview

1 x permanent contract – 28.5 hours part time (salary pro‑ra).

The Autism and Learning Disability Team works borough wide with young people from the age of 14 transitioning into Adult Services. As part of the Adult Practitioner role you will work closely with Children’s Services and SEND to ensure a timely and smooth transition.

You will deliver person‑centred support to adults who are Autistic and/or have a Learning Disability, enabling them to reach their full potential, maximise their social inclusion and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen all duty enquiries within the team, with support from the management team as required.
• Work within community hubs to provide support and services.
• Take a strengths‑and‑asset based approach, supporting individuals using the strengths they possess and their network of support.
• Collaborate with Children’s Services, SEND and other partners to coordinate care and facilitate smooth transitions.
• Promote independence, choice and control for service users by tailoring care to assessed needs and strengths.

Qualifications & Experience

No specific qualifications are listed in the posting; applicants should demonstrate experience in working with autistic and/or learning disabled adults, and a proven ability to provide person‑centred, strengths‑based support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – pro‑rated for part‑time role.
• Generous annual leave: 24 days (up to 32 days with service) plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day.
• Flexible working arrangements including mobile/home working.
• Hybrid working model – balance between office and remote work.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Staff discounts, salary sacrifice perks, and confidential wellbeing support.
• Free parking for staff.

Employment Conditions

Posts involving children or vulnerable adults will require an appropriate criminal records check. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with these groups.

We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. All employees, especially those at risk, are given priority consideration for the role, subject to eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

Please complete the online application form, including a supporting statement explaining your reasons for applying and why you would make a good candidate. CVs will not be accepted.

For more information about working for Telford & Wrekin Adult Social Care, visit our recruitment page: https://www.telford.gov.uk/ascr

Contact Denise Gore ([e-mail]) for further information or an informal conversation about the role.

A CV template is available if you do not already have a CV.