Social Worker

Borough of Lewisham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Flexible working

Season ticket and bicycle loans

Local subsidised gym memberships

Supportive staff networks

Job summary

Borough of Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Registered Social Worker to join its Adults with Learning Disability and Autism Service. The role involves providing person-centred social work support, leading assessments and care planning, and collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of adult social care legal frameworks, as well as experience working with adults with learning disabilities. Benefits include flexible working, local government pension scheme, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with experience in adult social care.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Experience promoting rights and wellbeing of adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred social work support.
• Lead assessments, care planning and reviews.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, and professionals.
• Apply safeguarding protocols and mental capacity processes.
• Stay informed about local services.

Skills

Person-centred support

Assessment skills

Communication

Crisis intervention

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Registered Social Worker with Social Work England

AYSE/ASYE programme completion

Job description

Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities. We are proud to be the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Lewisham Adults with Learning Disability and Autism Service is dedicated to delivering the best support to adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism, through innovative approaches and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide person‑centred social work support that empowers individuals and promotes independence.
• Lead comprehensive assessments, care planning and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014 and related legislation.
• Collaborate closely with individuals, families, carers and multi‑agency professionals to deliver holistic support.
• Navigate and apply the Continuing Health Care framework, safeguarding protocols and Mental Capacity Act processes.
• Stay informed about local services and resources to secure best outcomes for those you support.

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with Social Work England and completion of AYSE/ASYE programme.
• Strong knowledge of adult social care legal framework: Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding legislation.
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and a commitment to promoting their rights, choices and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication, assessment and crisis intervention skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension scheme.
• Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.
• Season ticket and bicycle loans.
• Local subsidised gym memberships and staff discounts.
• Supportive staff networks.

Location

Catford, SE6, 15 minutes south of London Bridge. Hybrid working approach based on service requirements.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome applicants of all abilities and will provide reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants and those with health conditions.