Social Worker

London Borough of Hillingdon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Hours

36 Hour Week

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Cycle to Work

Local Government Pension Scheme

Perkbox Benefits

Mental Health Support

Travel Support

Job summary

The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a Social Worker to join the Preparation for Adulthood and Autism Team. The role supports young people with disabilities as they transition from Children's Services into Adult Social Care, and assists adults with autism to access care, support, and opportunities to promote independence and wellbeing.

Working within the Transition and Autism Service and in partnership with Children with Disabilities, Leaving Care, SEN Services, Health Professionals,

Responsibilities

• Undertake timely and responsive Care Act Assessments, reviews, and reassessments, ensuring a person-centred approach that promotes choice, independence, wellbeing, and safety.
• Provide effective case management for young people transitioning into Adult Social Care and adults with autism requiring ongoing support.
• Contribute to and review Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Health Action Plans, transition plans, and other person-centred support plans.
• Support individuals to access opportunities for employment, education, training, volunteering, and community participation.
• Participate in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Assessments and multi-disciplinary meetings where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with statutory, voluntary, health, housing, and independent sector organisations to coordinate support and achieve positive outcomes.
• Undertake assessments and interventions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, including capacity assessments, Best Interest decision-making, and applications relating to Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards where required.
• Manage safeguarding concerns and undertake Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, risk assessments, protection planning, and associated interventions.
• Complete person-centred planning and support individuals to achieve outcomes that maximise independence and quality of life.
• Make referrals to appropriate services, including supported living, residential placements, respite services, day opportunities, community support services, and specialist autism provision.
• Carry out strengths-based assessments and reviews, ensuring that the voice of the individual and their family/carers is central to decision-making.
• Participate in the team's duty system, responding to urgent issues and risks in a timely and proportionate manner.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and the sharing of professional knowledge and best practice across the service.
• Represent the service at internal and external meetings, panels, reviews, and multi-agency forums as required.

Job description

About the Service

Our Adult Social Care Service provides support across a range of teams, including Initial Assessment, Locality, Hospital Discharge, Specialist Learning Disability, and Autism Services.

About the Role

We currently have a Social Worker vacancy within our Preparation for Adulthood and Autism Team. This role supports young people with disabilities and additional needs as they transition from Children's Services into Adult Social Care, as well as adults with autism to access appropriate care, support, and opportunities that promote independence and wellbeing.

The post holder will work as part of the Transition and Autism Service and in close partnership with the Children with Disabilities Team, Leaving Care Team, Special Educational Needs (SEN) Services, Health Professionals, families, carers, and other key stakeholders to ensure effective transition planning and positive outcomes for young people and adults with autism.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake timely and responsive Care Act Assessments, reviews, and reassessments, ensuring a person-centred approach that promotes choice, independence, wellbeing, and safety.
• Provide effective case management for young people transitioning into Adult Social Care and adults with autism requiring ongoing support.
• Contribute to and review Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Health Action Plans, transition plans, and other person-centred support plans.
• Support individuals to access opportunities for employment, education, training, volunteering, and community participation.
• Participate in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Assessments and multi-disciplinary meetings where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with statutory, voluntary, health, housing, and independent sector organisations to coordinate support and achieve positive outcomes.
• Undertake assessments and interventions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, including capacity assessments, Best Interest decision-making, and applications relating to Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards where required.
• Manage safeguarding concerns and undertake Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, risk assessments, protection planning, and associated interventions.
• Complete person-centred planning and support individuals to achieve outcomes that maximise independence and quality of life.
• Make referrals to appropriate services, including supported living, residential placements, respite services, day opportunities, community support services, and specialist autism provision.
• Carry out strengths-based assessments and reviews, ensuring that the voice of the individual and their family/carers is central to decision-making.
• Participate in the team's duty system, responding to urgent issues and risks in a timely and proportionate manner.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and the sharing of professional knowledge and best practice across the service.
• Represent the service at internal and external meetings, panels, reviews, and multi-agency forums as required.

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Perkbox Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Perkbox Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
• Trade Union Membership – The Council recognises UNISON, Unite, AEP and GMB and supports employees’ freedom of choice in relation to trade union membership.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject tothe following pre-employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• Professional Registration Check
• 5 years of Referencing

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early.