Entry Level Practitioner - CMB1889e

Cumberland Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council offers an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified social worker to join the dedicated Learning Disability, Autism and Transition Social Work Team. This role focuses on supporting adults and young people transitioning from Children's Services, with strong mentorship and professional development offered during your first year. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to enhancing lives and fostering a supportive environment.

Benefits

Support for relocation

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Good understanding of The Care Act 2014.
• Ability to undertake strength-based assessments.
• Excellent communication and support planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Undertake assessments and manage a mixed complexity case load.
• Participate in the ASYE programme alongside experienced practitioners.

Skills

Understanding of The Care Act 2014

Strength-based assessments

Inclusive support planning

Education

Diploma in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Location: Cumbria House Carlisle

Salary: £33,366 - £34,314 per annum

Hours: 37

Contract: Permanent

Would you like to gain exceptional experience in a hard-working and dedicated team?

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Learning Disability, Autism and Transition Social Work Team in North Cumberland. We are a lively, creative, and supportive team working with adults who have a learning disability and/or autism, and we also work with young people transitioning from Children’s Services into adulthood.

You would be working as part of our friendly and supportive team, which offers great professional benefits and the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills to enhance the lives of the people we support.

About The Role

As a newly qualified social worker, you will be supported throughout your first year in employment with us to undertake our Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme alongside an experienced practitioner and colleagues in Learning and Development.

Who we are looking for:

Ideal candidates will have a good understanding of the principles of The Care Act 2014 and will be able to further develop and enhance the skills needed to undertake strength-based, creative, and inclusive assessments, as well as support planning and the effective management of a mixed complexity case load.

We recognise that social work can be challenging, and if successful, you will be working in a supportive environment committed to your learning and career development.

Cumberland Council is a modern and supportive employer, with technology and a commitment to flexible and efficient working. Travel around set geographical locations will be required, but this can be balanced with homeworking as needed.

We would love to hear from you:

If interested in the above post and wishing to have an informal discussion about joining our team, please contact Carmen Smith at 07917138623.

We will provide dedicated support for your relocation to Cumbria, as we understand this is an important step in your move to a new role with us.

DBS Checks

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check with Adults Barred List check. It involves working in regulated activity with Adults. It is an offence for barred individuals to apply for roles involving unsupervised work with Adults.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria and can demonstrate this in their application, including:

• Individuals who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long-term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet any of these criteria and wish to be considered, select 'yes' during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We are committed to enhancing workforce diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident and Age Friendly Employer. For reasonable adjustments during recruitment, contact [e-mail].

Application and Interview Information

• Closing date: 07/08/2025
• Interview date: 19/08/2025

Note: The role may close early if demand is high. Apply early to avoid missing out.

Additional Resources

• Post Specification
• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council