Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous professional development

Regular supervision

Annual appraisal

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee benefits including discounts

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is seeking passionate Social Workers to join the Learning Disability Team. You will assess, plan and safeguard adults with learning disabilities, promoting independence within their communities and working with families and partner agencies.

Two roles are available: a full-time 37-hour post and a part-time 18.5-hour post. The team offers development, supervision, and pension benefits as part of an attractive package.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Knowledge of Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to build positive relationships with individuals, families and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload supporting adults with learning disabilities in complex situations.
• Deliver Care Act assessments, reviews and support plans.
• Promote rights and choice through Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interests decisions.
• Work collaboratively with health partners, providers and advocacy services.
• Empower people to maximise independence, wellbeing and community involvement.
• Champion Direct Payments and personalised approaches to support.
• Prepare reports and represent the service at reviews, meetings and court proceedings when required.

Skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Care Act knowledge

Mental Capacity Act understanding

Safeguarding

Education

Social Work qualification & SW England registration

Job description

Stockton-On-Tees Adult Social Care is looking for passionate and committed Social Workers to join our Learning Disability Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with adults with learning disabilities, their families, carers and partner agencies to promote independence, choice, wellbeing and inclusion.

About the role

As a Social Worker, you will play a key role in supporting people to live fulfilling lives within their communities. You will undertake strengths-based assessments, develop person-centred support plans, manage complex cases and ensure that individuals are safeguarded from abuse and neglect.

You will:

• Manage a varied caseload, supporting adults with learning disabilities in complex situations.


• Deliver Care Act assessments, reviews and support plans.


• Promote rights and choice through Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interests decisions.


• Work collaboratively with health partners, providers and advocacy services.


• Empower people to maximise independence, wellbeing and community involvement.


• Champion Direct Payments and personalised approaches to support.


• Prepare reports and represent the service at reviews, meetings and court proceedings where required.

We have two roles available:

1 full time post

37 hours per week

Annual Salary £35,570- £48,738

1 part time post

18.5 hours per week

Pro rata Annual Salary £17,785- £24,369

About you

To be considered for the role, we're looking for people who:

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and is registered with Social Work England.


• Have experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.


• Understand the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding responsibilities.


• Build positive relationships with individuals, families and partner agencies.


• Produce high-quality assessments, support plans and professional reports.


• Are passionate about promoting independence, choice and positive outcomes.

Due to the requirement of frequent travel between venues across the Borough, a full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle is required for this role.

To learn more about the role and what we’re looking for, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.

An employment package that recognises your value

We know great social workers are in demand, and we believe in rewarding our professionals with an attractive package that reflects the importance of the work you do.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Continuous professional development


• Regular supervision


• Annual appraisal

We also offer:

• Career progression salary


• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions


• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional leave


• Access to a number of employee benefits including salary sacrifice Car Lease Scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, employee assistance programme, physiotherapy and more.

Visit our Careers page to discover exciting opportunities and learn more about life at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.

Important Applicant Guidance

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Application Updates and Communication

All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘[e-mail]’ to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your account.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions)

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (as amended). Applicants are therefore required to disclose all criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings, including those which would normally be spent, subject to the filtering rules applicable under current legislation.

Right to Work

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

Council Principles

The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.

Limitations

Where an individual cannot demonstrate valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.