Qualified Social Worker - Adults Learning Disability & Autism Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Liverpool, Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job description

Qualified Social Worker - Adults Learning Disability & Autism Team

Location: Sefton, UK

Hourly Rate: £36.79

Contract: Ongoing

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time

Are you a passionate and experienced social worker looking for your next challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Adults Learning Disability & Autism Team in Sefton. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment, delivering high-quality services to vulnerable adults while benefiting from flexible working and a competitive hourly rate of £36.79.

Why Join Us?

This position offers true flexibility, with both full-time and part-time options available to support your work-life balance. You'll receive regular supervision and opportunities for ongoing professional development, helping you stay at the forefront of best practice in adult social care. Working in Sefton also means being surrounded by beautiful coastlines, parks, and a vibrant community, making it an inspiring place to live and work.

Your Role Will Include:

1. Managing a diverse and complex caseload, with supervision and peer support.
2. Completing thorough assessments and designing personalised care plans.
3. Safeguarding vulnerable adults through risk assessment and intervention.
4. Communicating effectively in complex and high-risk situations, and modelling these skills for others.
5. Representing the service at multi-agency meetings and chairing where appropriate.
6. Supervising and mentoring social work students on placement.
7. Maintaining accurate and timely records in line with GDPR and confidentiality standards.
8. Providing leadership on professional practice, drawing from social work theory and evidence-based models.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. You will have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in statutory adult social care, with strong knowledge of key legislation such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act. You should have excellent assessment and communication skills, with a genuine commitment to delivering person-centred care and supporting people to lead fulfilling lives.

About Sanctuary Personnel:

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