Locum Social Worker - Learning Disabilities & Autism

Remedy Social Work; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal consultant from Remedy

First access to jobs

Referral bonus - up to £250 per placed

Double payrolls weekly

Job summary

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join a learning disabilities and project work service on a locum basis. The role involves delivering person-centred support, completing Act assessments, and reviewing high-cost care packages with senior colleagues to ensure value and outcomes.

The post requires SW England registration, LD/Autism experience, and access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with SW England registration.
• Experience working with Learning Disabilities/Autism.
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act.
• Experience reviewing complex care packages.
• Access to own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act 2014 assessments, including complex and high-cost care packages.
• Undertake timely reviews following changes in individuals' needs or circumstances.
• Deliver a minimum of two completed and recorded assessments per week.
• Carry out face-to-face assessments and reviews.
• Involve advocates, carers, and families.
• Analyse and evaluate care and support arrangements.
• Work closely with brokerage and contracts colleagues.
• Ensure care packages maximise independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate and defensible records.

Skills

Learning Disabilities/Autism

Care Act 2014 knowledge

Mental Capacity Act knowledge

Complex care package review

Education

Social Work degree

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join a learning disabilities and project work service on a locum basis. The role involves delivering person-centred support, completing Act assessments, and reviewing high-cost care packages with senior colleagues to ensure value and outcomes.

The post requires SW England registration, LD/Autism experience, and access to a vehicle.