Adults Social Worker - Learning Disability & Autism Team, SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL

Guardian Jobs; Reigate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Surrey County Council seeks a dedicated Adults Social Worker for their Learning Disability and Autism Team. The role supports individuals ensuring they receive the care they need through assessments and team collaboration. This position promises personal growth and a significant impact on community welfare. Join a supportive environment prioritizing training and well-being.

Benefits

26 days of holiday, increasing with service

Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle discounts

Learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in current legislation (Care Act & Mental Capacity Act).
• Completion of ASYE programme if qualified after June 2012.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act Assessments and Safeguarding Enquiries.
• Collaborate with health professionals and stakeholders.
• Support individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

Skills

Strengths-based approach

Safeguarding inquiries

Education

Professional qualification in Social Work

Job description

Adults Social Worker - Learning Disability & Autism Team, SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL

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This role has a starting salary of £40,929 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week.

This is a fixed term/ secondment opportunity until the end of January 2026.

"I'd say no day is the same. It is rewarding and it's great being out with the public and helping. It makes getting out of bed worthwhile." - Mandi Porter, Senior Social Care Assistant

We have an opportunity for a Social Worker to join our fantastic Learning Disability and Autism service and help us make a real difference to the local community, ensuring no one is left behind.

We promote an agile approach to work, a balance of spending time in our communities, our offices and working remotely from home or wherever works best. Please note that the team is currently based in Leatherhead but will shortly be relocating to the Council's headquarters in Reigate.

Rewards And Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
  
  
  

About The Role

We are looking for a competent Social Worker to join our Allocations Team working with individuals with a Learning Disability and/or Autism in order to meet their desired outcomes. This includes completing S9 Care Act Assessments, Reviews, Support plans, s42 Safeguarding Enquiries, joint working with other professionals including Health and collaborating with other stakeholders such as carers and advocates.

We offer a supportive working environment where training and development is prioritised. As a Social Worker in Surrey you will work across various unique projects that ensure our valued service users have the opportunity to enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy & meaningful life.

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England.
• Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012.
• Your understanding and experience of working in a strengths-based approach.
• Your knowledge and experience of current legislation such as The Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act.
• Your experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries and examples of you using your professional judgement in complex situations.
  
  
  

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/06/2025 with interviews to follow.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
  
  
  

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

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