Social Worker for Learning Disabilities: Enable Independence

Somerset Council; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Job summary

Somerset Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker in the Learning Disabilities team to support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, with choice and control. You will assess needs, manage risk and develop personalised care plans in line with Care Act 2014.

You will build long-term relationships with individuals and carers, work with partner agencies, and ensure safeguarding and professional standards are upheld in a supportive, development-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience or strong interest in working with adults with learning disabilities.
• Ability to manage risk and make sound professional decisions.
• Strong communication skills, including working with individuals with a range of communication needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively across agencies while maintaining a clear social work perspective.
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments of need and risk for adults with learning disabilities and their carers.
• Manage a caseload of varying complexity, ensuring care and support plans are appropriate, proportionate and regularly reviewed.
• Work directly with individuals and families, supporting them to make informed decisions about their care and support.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies, including health, housing and voluntary sector organisations.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring individuals are protected from harm while promoting independence.
• Support individuals in crisis situations, using appropriate legislation and resources.
• Contribute to multi-agency working, ensuring coordinated and person-centred approaches to care.
• Maintain clear, accurate and timely records in line with policy and legislation.
• Support carers through assessment and planning processes, recognising their needs and role.

Skills

Social work values

Risk management

Communication skills

Partnership working

Independence promotion

Carer support

English fluency

Education

Social Work qualification

Registered with Social Work England

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Somerset Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker in the Learning Disabilities team to support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, with choice and control. You will assess needs, manage risk and develop personalised care plans in line with Care Act 2014.

You will build long-term relationships with individuals and carers, work with partner agencies, and ensure safeguarding and professional standards are upheld in a supportive, development-focused environment.