Social Worker - Adult Learning Disability Team
- Annual Salary: £38,931 - £46,578
- Location: Bromley, Hybrid Working
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are on the lookout for dedicated and skilled Social Workers to join our Adult Learning Disability team. This is an opportunity to contribute to a vital service, providing care management and safeguarding support to adults with learning disabilities and/or autism, as well as their unpaid carers.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Conducting strength-based Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA), and annual statutory reviews.
- Managing duty on an occasional basis and engaging in Court of Protection (COP) work.
- Handling safeguarding cases and longer-term casework.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong working relationships with partner agencies.
- Providing supervision and support to less experienced staff, if applicable.
- Undertaking S.42 work, MCA's, and best interest assessments.
- Efficiently travelling within and outside the borough for care needs assessments and reviews.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
- Registration with the relevant professional body.
- Experience in a similar role within a multidisciplinary framework.
- Excellent report writing, record-keeping, and computer skills.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Flexibility, commitment, and a willingness to work to quality standards.
- Experience in supervision is desirable but not essential.
- Full current driving licence and use of a vehicle are desirable.
Benefits:
- Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance.
- Merited pay scheme.
- 30 days Annual Leave.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent training and career development opportunities.
- Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre.
- Mileage claims for business trips in line with HMRC guidance.
- Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for eligible candidates.
- Salary sacrifice schemes, including lease cars and technology equipment.
- Discounts at local retailers and a range of other benefits.
Join our journey to excellence and make a significant impact in the community. If you possess the qualifications and experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply.
To apply for this Social Worker position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.