Locum Social Worker – Learning Disabilities & Transitions

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to choose assignments

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Locum Adults Social Worker specializing in Learning Disabilities & Transitions in Derby. This full-time, ongoing role offers an attractive £35 hourly rate.

You will assess needs, support transitions to adulthood, and collaborate with agencies to create solid care plans. You must hold a Social Work degree with current Social Work England registration and have experience in UK social services, particularly with learning disabilities and MCA/DoLS.

Qualifications

• Must have a Social Work degree and current Social Work England registration.
• Experience in UK social services with learning disabilities and transitions to adulthood.
• Solid knowledge of MCA and DoLS; court experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of adults with learning disabilities and those transitioning to adulthood.
• Collaborate with agencies to establish comprehensive support plans.
• Engage families to enhance support structures.
• Apply MCA and DoLS in practice.
• Manage caseloads with accurate records and reports.
• Participate in court proceedings as required.
• Advocate for a strengths-based approach.

Skills

Assess needs

Court proceedings

MCA knowledge

DoLS knowledge

Strengths-based approach

Case management

Education

Degree in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Locum Adults Social Worker specializing in Learning Disabilities & Transitions in Derby. This full-time, ongoing role offers an attractive £35 hourly rate.

You will assess needs, support transitions to adulthood, and collaborate with agencies to create solid care plans. You must hold a Social Work degree with current Social Work England registration and have experience in UK social services, particularly with learning disabilities and MCA/DoLS.