Social Worker - CTPLD (Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities) and Autism

Bracknell Forest Council; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave (33 after 3 years

Hybrid working

LGPS pension scheme

EV salary sacrifice

SWE registration reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the CTPLD and Autism team, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to maximise their independence and fulfil their aspirations.

You will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, create support plans, and collaborate with families and partner agencies. The role offers flexible patterns, remote working options, and a minimum 2 days per week in Time Square office.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of autistic adults within the CTPLD and Autism team.
• Undertake assessments, develop support planning, and conduct reviews.
• Fulfil statutory and preventative duties on behalf of the service.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Highly organised

Creative approach

Job description

£48,295 - £50,454 per year inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance

Location:

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Flexible Hours/Full Time

Hours:

37 hours per week.

DBS Check:

Closing Date:

06/11/2026 at 23:59

Reference:

People/26/348367

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker who is committed to empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling and independent lives?

At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.

This role includes an expectation to work from our Time Square office a minimum of 2 days per week, alongside flexible working arrangements.

As a Social Worker in the CTPLD and Autism team, you will use your experience and expertise to support adults with learning disabilities and autism to maximise their independence, achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives. You will share our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference.

You will be highly organised, creative in your approach and an excellent communicator.

You will be able to build positive relationships with individuals, families and partner agencies.

The Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a dedicated, collaborative team with a shared ethos of compassion, inclusion and excellence. We pride ourselves on our positive team dynamic and a culture of mutual support. Working closely with colleagues across the wider service, we draw on a wealth of specialist knowledge to provide the best possible support to the individuals we serve.

At Bracknell Forest, our staff are our greatest asset. You will benefit from regular supervision, access to high-quality training and opportunities to grow your professional skills and pursue your areas of interest.

You will work within the Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities and Autism as a dedicated Social Worker for the Autism team.

You will manage a caseload of autistic adults and will be required to fulfil statutory and preventative duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review as well as general case management duties.

• 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Disability confident and inclusive recruitment

Bracknell Forest Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and an inclusive employer. This means that if you tell us on your application form that you have a disability, are an armed forces veteran or are a care leaver, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Interview date

Interviews date to be confirmed

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

Want to ask us a question?

For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:

Amy Todd - Community Services Manager

Tel.: [phone]

or

Nakita Baptiste - Assistant Community Services Manager

Tel.: [phone]

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

Bracknell Forest Council - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.