Social Worker - Community Learning Disability and Autism

Recruitment Opportunities; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Opportunities is seeking a qualified Social Worker for the Learning Disability and Autism pathway in Bedfordshire. The role involves managing complex referrals, conducting AMHP/BIA assessments, developing person-centred support plans, and mentoring colleagues.

It is a permanent, full-time post with a 37-hour week and a salary range of £40,444 to £43,149 plus supplements. You will work within Adult Social Care, support independent living, advocate for service users, and travel to

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in social care or health settings.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, and supporting colleagues.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• Experience of partnership and multi-agency working.
• Ability to undertake AMHP and/or BIA assessments.
• Commitment to person-centred practice, advocacy, and positive outcomes.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Ability to travel to visit individuals and families in their homes.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and coordinating complex referrals.
• Carers assessments.
• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) assessments.
• Best Interests Assessor (BIA) assessments.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred support plans.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting Social Care Assessors.
• Managing risk and undertaking crisis intervention where required.
• Promoting advocacy, user involvement, and strengths-based practice.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Risk assessment

Decision making

Partnership working

Education

Social Work qualification (BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent)

Job description

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Social Worker - Community Learning Disability and Autism

Job Reference LBC/1944/342

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Full Time

Salary Grade:

£40,444 - £43,149 a year plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Bedfordshire

Closing Date:

18/10/2026

Job Category:

Learning Disability & Autism

Directorate:

Business Unit:

Job Introduction

Salary: £40,444 - £43,149 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent

What you'll be doing

Our Adult Social Care Division is committed to enabling adults with social care needs to:

• Have control over their lives.
• Live safe, healthy, and fulfilled lives.
• Play an active role within strong and prosperous communities.
• Access the support they need to achieve the level of independence they choose.

As a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will manage complex cases, support colleagues, and contribute to the development of future services. You will be responsible for:

• Receiving and coordinating complex referrals.
• Carers assessments
• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) assessments
• Best Interests Assessor (BIA) assessments
• Developing and reviewing person-centred support plans.
• Coaching, mentoring, and supporting Social Care Assessors.
• Managing risk and undertaking crisis intervention where required.
• Promoting advocacy, user involvement, and strengths-based practice

What we expect from you

We are looking for a qualified and motivated Social Worker who has:

• Significant post-qualification experience in social care or health settings.
• Experience of mentoring, coaching, and supporting colleagues.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• Experience of partnership and multi-agency working.
• The ability to undertake AMHP and/or BIA assessments.
• A commitment to person-centred practice, advocacy, and positive outcomes.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confidence representing the organisation in court or formal settings.
• Social Work qualification (BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised by Social Work England).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to travel to visit individuals and families in their homes.
• Flexibility to work across Adult Social Care pathways.