Social Worker — Learning Disability, Promote Independence (PT 30h)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a Social Worker in the Learning Disability Team of the Huntingdon Learning Disability Partnership. The role involves arranging care, support, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities and working with families and partner agencies to promote independence and inclusion.

The post is 30 hours per week, part-time, with applications reviewed daily and potential for rapid filling.

Responsibilities

• Carry out timely assessments and interventions for adults with learning disabilities
• Arrange care, support and accommodation so individuals receive the right services
• Plan care and manage placements, including commissioning
• Manage safeguarding and risk for vulnerable individuals
• Work with health, education, housing and community services
• Plan transitions and support greater independence and community inclusion
• Monitor performance and drive best practice and quality assurance
• Prevent placement breakdowns and crisis through proactive support and robust planning
• Meet statutory and equality legislation duties

Job description

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a Social Worker in the Learning Disability Team of the Huntingdon Learning Disability Partnership. The role involves arranging care, support, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities and working with families and partner agencies to promote independence and inclusion.

The post is 30 hours per week, part-time, with applications reviewed daily and potential for rapid filling.