Social worker

Job Title: QSW - Adults - Community Care (Learning Disabilities)

Pay 32LTD inclusive or 24 PAYE exclusive per hour

Job Purpose:

To deliver high-quality, person-centred social work practice in line with the Care Act 2014 and associated legislation. The post holder will manage a caseload of adults with learning disabilities and autism, undertake statutory duties, and contribute to safeguarding, risk management, and service improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Care Management and Casework:
• Undertake the full range of Care Act responsibilities, including assessments, support planning, reviews, and risk assessments.
• Manage a caseload of complex cases, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping using systems such as Mosaic.
• Carry out statutory duties under relevant legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
• Participate in the team duty system, responding to new referrals, emergencies, and safeguarding concerns.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries in line with local multi-agency procedures and the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal.
• Identify and assess risk, completing risk assessments in accordance with Merton Care Management Procedures.
• Complete Care Act assessments, support planning, reviews, and risk assessments.
• Respond to referrals and emergencies via the team duty system.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration (e.g., Social Work England)
• Experience in adult social care, particularly with learning disabilities and autism
• Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and work under pressure
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to person-centred, strengths-based, and evidence-informed practice

Contract Details:

• Contract Length: 13.0 months

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Contribution to the delivery of high-quality services that make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism
• Professional development and support to help you achieve your career goals

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Social Worker looking for a new challenge, please contact Delanie on (url removed) or (phone number removed) to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

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