Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team

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Job Title: Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Adults
Location: Lewisham, UK
Salary: £32.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team within Social Worker - Adults in Lewisham, earning £32.00 per hour. This is an ongoing opportunity offering both part-time and full-time options. Dive into a role that is as rewarding as it is impactful, where you will be an integral part of supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to achieve greater independence, improved wellbeing, and positive long‑term outcomes.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Enjoy the flexibility to choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £32.00 per hour, giving you flexibility and rewarding your expertise.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work across a wide range of cases, broadening your experience and enhancing your professional skills.
• Learning and Development: Access ongoing training opportunities designed to support your professional growth and career progression.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative team environment that values your contribution and encourages professional excellence.
• Work‑Life Balance: Benefit from the flexibility of locum work while maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

What you will do

• Conduct high‑quality assessments and reviews, including annual reviews and progression reviews, to identify individual needs and aspirations.
• Develop and implement strengths‑based, outcome‑focused care and support plans that promote independence, resilience, and community inclusion.
• Coordinate timely interventions and support planning at key transition points.
• Work collaboratively with health professionals, carers, families, advocates, and partner agencies to deliver coordinated support.
• Support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs to achieve positive outcomes and reduce long‑term dependency.
• Promote choice, control, independence, dignity, and wellbeing in all aspects of practice.
• Undertake Care Act assessments and reviews in accordance with relevant legislation and local procedures.
• Manage a varied caseload while maintaining accurate and timely case records.
• Participate in safeguarding processes and contribute to risk assessment and risk management activities.
• Engage in regular supervision, reflective practice, and continuous professional development.

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