Location: South London

Contract: Temporary / Ongoing

Hours: Full-time

Job Description

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and experienced Adult Social Worker to join a Learning Disabilities Team in South London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker who is passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent and meaningful lives.

You will work with adults with learning disabilities, their families and carers to assess needs, coordinate appropriate support and promote independence, choice and control. You will also work closely with partner agencies to ensure individuals receive person-centred care and support tailored to their circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of adults with learning disabilities, completing assessments and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Undertake Care Act assessments, support planning and reviews to identify individuals’ eligible care and support needs.
• Promote independence, choice, control and inclusion within the community.
• Develop person-centred care and support plans that reflect individual needs, wishes and desired outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, health professionals, providers and other partner agencies.
• Complete mental capacity assessments where appropriate and contribute to best-interest decisions in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring adults are protected from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
• Support individuals and their families through changes in circumstances, including transitions and changes to care arrangements where required.
• Maintain accurate case records and prepare reports in line with local authority policies and procedures.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to positive outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.

Requirements

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Previous experience working within Adult Social Care, ideally within a Learning Disabilities Team.
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and adult safeguarding procedures.
• Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills.
• The ability to manage a caseload effectively and work collaboratively with service users, families and partner agencies.
• A commitment to person-centred practice, promoting independence and improving outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.

Interested?

If you are a qualified Adult Social Worker with experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and are looking for your next opportunity in South London, we would love to hear from you.