Learning Disabilities - Adult Social Worker: Empower Lives

Opus People Solutions Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Learning Disabilities Team across the West and South areas in Northampton. This role supports adults with learning disabilities to improve outcomes and live independently.

You will hold Social Work England registration, a full UK driving licence, and experience in Adult Social Care with safeguarding knowledge. You will undertake assessments, manage complex caseloads, and prepare reports, including court documents, as

Qualifications

• Hold Social Work England registration.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in Adult Social Care, preferably Learning Disabilities.
• Experience managing complex cases and undertaking risk assessments.
• Ability to produce high-quality assessments, support plans, and court reports.

Responsibilities

• Undertake person-centred assessments and reviews.
• Manage and monitor a complex caseload and respond to crises.
• Deliver evidence-based social work interventions.
• Make safeguarding decisions and lead safeguarding enquiries.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with partner agencies.

Skills

Social work experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Partnership working

Risk assessment

Education

Social Work degree

Tools

Case management system

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Learning Disabilities Team across the West and South areas in Northampton. This role supports adults with learning disabilities to improve outcomes and live independently.

You will hold Social Work England registration, a full UK driving licence, and experience in Adult Social Care with safeguarding knowledge. You will undertake assessments, manage complex caseloads, and prepare reports, including court documents, as