Social Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism

Liquidpersonnel; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Flexible and supportive environment

Specialist LD & Autism service

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Learning Disabilities & Autism Team in Leicestershire. You will manage a complex caseload, deliver person-centred interventions and collaborate with families and health professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Role involves Care Act assessments, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Assessments and Court of Protection work while maintaining high-quality records and contributing to professional development.

Qualifications

• Social worker qualified with SW England registration.
• Significant post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care.
• Experience with Learning Disabilities and Autism services.
• Familiar with Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, safeguarding and Court of Protection.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Complete Care Act assessments, reviews and person-centred support plans.
• Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decisions.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries, risk assessments and protection planning.
• Support Court of Protection proceedings, including court reports.
• Promote personalised approaches, Direct Payments and personal budgets.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Social Work qualification (BA/MA/DipSW/CQSW or equivalent)

Tools

Liquidlogic

Job description

Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Learning Disabilities & Autism Team in Leicestershire. You will manage a complex caseload, deliver person-centred interventions and collaborate with families and health professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Role involves Care Act assessments, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Assessments and Court of Protection work while maintaining high-quality records and contributing to professional development.