Social Worker | Full time | Learning Disability and Autism Team | East, Lancashire

Lancashire County Council; Accrington; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join their Learning Disability and Autism Team in Clitheroe. The successful candidate will provide vital support to adults with learning disabilities, promoting independence and ensuring high-quality social care. This full-time role offers opportunities for team support, career development, and generous benefits. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England or in the process of being registered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlements

Team support and regular supervision

Opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker.
• Experience working with individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Ability to demonstrate strengths-based approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities and autism in achieving independence.
• Work collaboratively with teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Engage with community resources and support.

Skills

Experience in social work

Ability to support vulnerable adults

Knowledge of social care regulations

Education

Registered with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

Social Worker | Full time | Learning Disability and Autism Team | Clitheroe

Hyndburn - Accrington, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Description

alary £36,323- £40,777 per annum | 37 hours per week | Permanent, Full time | Learning Disability and Autism Team | Clitheroe

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About the Role: Lancashire County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our Learning Disability and Autism Team on a full time, permanent basis.

Living Better Lives in Lancashire

This is a hugely exciting time for us. We've launched Living Better Lives in Lancashire – our new strength-based vision for social care.

We're driving forward innovative practice that will make a difference to our communities, and we need new Social Workers to help us achieve our vision of supporting people to achieve what they want to, living independently in a place they call their home.

We will offer you good team support, regular supervision, opportunities to build on existing skills and knowledge, great staff benefits, generous annual leave entitlements and the opportunity to flourish as part of an exciting, well established team that is looking to bring real benefits to a key part of Lancashire County Council's Adult Social Care Service.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of adults in our community. Apply now to be part of a supportive and innovative team dedicated to high-quality social care!

Our Values:

• Supportive: Recognizing contributions and enabling communities to flourish.
• Innovative: Delivering creative and customer-focused services.
• Respectful: Valuing diverse needs and perspectives.
• Collaborative: Engaging with colleagues, partners, and customers for the best outcomes.

How to apply…

You should demonstrate in your application how you meet the requirements of the job description by uploading a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement.

You must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with Social Work England

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Job Info

• Job Identification 16842
• Job Category Social Care - Adults
• Posting Date 12/10/2025, 11:15 AM
• Apply Before 01/04/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations County Hall, Preston, PR1 8RE, GB