Learning Disability Practitioner (Nurse/SW) - Part-Time

Lincolnshire pa.; North Kesteven; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincolnshire Adult Care is seeking a committed Learning Disability Nurse/Social Worker to join the Learning Disability South Team (Sleaford/Spalding). 1 part-time vacancy, 19 hours weekly (Wed–Fri).

You will assess needs under Care Act, develop person-centred plans and ensure appropriate support, with opportunities to supervise colleagues and contribute to team development. You will hold current Nursing or Social Work registration and may work across South Lincolnshire.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing or Social Work registration is required.
• Experience in learning disability or social care settings is desirable.
• Ability to travel to visits across South Lincolnshire (Sleaford, Spalding, Grantham, Stamford, Bourne).

Responsibilities

• Complete Adult Needs Assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014.
• Develop strengths-based support plans.
• Work with individuals, carers, families and partner agencies.
• Promote independence, wellbeing and community connections.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns and contribute to safeguarding enquiries.
• Manage a varied and rewarding caseload across your locality.
• Supervise up to a maximum of 4 staff.
• Lead on section 75 reviews/Decision Support Tool and CHC checklists.
• Support wider Learning Disability teams with nurse rota for section 75 reviews/Decision Support Tool and CHC checklists.

Skills

Nursing

Social Work

Education

Nursing Registration

Social Work Registration

Job description

Lincolnshire Adult Care is seeking a committed Learning Disability Nurse/Social Worker to join the Learning Disability South Team (Sleaford/Spalding). 1 part-time vacancy, 19 hours weekly (Wed–Fri).

You will assess needs under Care Act, develop person-centred plans and ensure appropriate support, with opportunities to supervise colleagues and contribute to team development. You will hold current Nursing or Social Work registration and may work across South Lincolnshire.