Learning Diabilities Social Worker

TN United Kingdom; Warwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Learning Disabilities Social Worker to enhance the quality of life for service users. This role involves supporting individuals in their daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to providing personal care. With a focus on community integration, you will play a vital role in helping individuals achieve their goals. Join a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable providing personal and intimate care.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of service quality.
• Support individuals with housekeeping tasks.
• Ensure effective risk assessments and management.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Personal Care

Risk Management

Housekeeping Skills

Job description

Job Title: Learning Disabilities Social Worker, Warwick

Client:

Archer Resourcing

Location:

Warwick, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

d86968351ad1

Job Views:

7

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Purpose of the Role:

• To enable service users with individual needs to improve their quality of life and integrate into their communities.
• To promote independence, wellbeing, rights, responsibilities, and choice among service users.
• To provide day-to-day care and support, helping individuals live as independently as they wish.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards of service quality.
• Ensure a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues.
• Comply with internal and external standards and codes of conduct.
• Perform any other duties reasonably requested by your line manager.
• Support individuals with housekeeping tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, ironing, washing dishes, and errands, especially when they are unable to do so.
• Provide advice and information to service users and others as appropriate.
• Ensure effective risk assessments and risk management.
• Continuously review your performance and development needs.
• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their care/support plans.

Candidate Requirements:

• Comfortable providing personal and intimate care.
• Ability to undertake moving and handling of service users following training.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and adapt messages accordingly.
• Ability to meet objectives and targets.
• Willing to travel within a reasonable distance of the main workplace.
• Enhanced DBS check within the last 12 months. If on the update service, you may be fast-tracked.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check if not already held.

About Archer Resourcing:

We have extensive experience in helping professionals find exciting roles. We operate across the UK and have strong relationships with major employers in social care, giving you the best opportunities.

Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all applicants but may keep your CV on file for future opportunities. We also offer a £250 referral bonus for successful referrals.