Social Worker – Learning Disability & Autism (Hybrid)

Sandwell; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Training in autism practice and risk‑t

Access to specialist training

Job summary

Sandwell Council is seeking Social Workers to join the Learning Disability, Autism North Adults Team in Sandwell Boroughwide. The role focuses on empowering adults aged 25–65 with learning disabilities and/or autism to increase independence and access appropriate care and opportunities.

You will carry out strengths-based assessments, safeguarding, and collaborative work with health, education, housing, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Ability to build relationships with individuals, families and partners.
• Competence in applying relevant legislation and professional frameworks.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based assessments and support planning.
• Support safeguarding of adults at risk.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team with health, education, housing, and community partners.
• Promote personalisation, choice and control.
• Support transitions into adulthood.
• Uphold Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and relevant legislation.

Skills

Relationship-building

Legislation application

Creative problem solving

Social Work England registration

Job description

Sandwell Council is seeking Social Workers to join the Learning Disability, Autism North Adults Team in Sandwell Boroughwide. The role focuses on empowering adults aged 25–65 with learning disabilities and/or autism to increase independence and access appropriate care and opportunities.

You will carry out strengths-based assessments, safeguarding, and collaborative work with health, education, housing, and community partners.