Senior Practitioner – Learning Disabilities Lead

Hoop Social Work; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a Senior Practitioner for their Learning Disabilities team in Bridgend. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, providing practice leadership, managing complex cases, and mentoring others. The role promises an engaging environment focused on positive outcomes for adults with learning disabilities. Competitive compensation and various benefits are offered, including free training sessions and flexible payroll options.

Benefits

Free training sessions

Birthday gifts

Wellbeing sessions

Dedicated support team

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as a registered social worker in the UK.
• Registration with Social Care Wales / Social Work England.
• Enhanced DBS, registered on the update service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day practice leadership and support the social work team.
• Manage a small, complex caseload.
• Mentor newly qualified and developing social workers.
• Champion quality and safeguarding.

Skills

Experience in UK social work

Leadership skills

Ability to mentor

Knowledge of person-centered approaches

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Job description

A leading social work agency is seeking a Senior Practitioner for their Learning Disabilities team in Bridgend. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, providing practice leadership, managing complex cases, and mentoring others. The role promises an engaging environment focused on positive outcomes for adults with learning disabilities. Competitive compensation and various benefits are offered, including free training sessions and flexible payroll options.