Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team

Location Newham
Job type Contract
Salary £32.01 - 32.01 per hour
Reference 235209

JOB-20240819-db742659

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Social Worker specialising in Learning Disabilities in the vibrant area of Newham. With an enticing hourly rate of £32.01 and a full-time commitment, this ongoing locum position is the perfect chance for you to bring your expertise to a rewarding role. This position sits within a multidisciplinary community social care team, focusing on assessment, support planning, long-term support arrangements, and reviews for customers in the community with complex needs. You will be integral in carrying out Mental Capacity Assessments and providing high-quality social work services within an agreed framework.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Earn a competitive £32.01 per hour, allowing you to make the most of your time and efforts in a rewarding profession.
- Full Time: Dive deep into the role with a full-time commitment, ensuring continuity and the ability to make a significant impact in your work.
- Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility that locum work provides, allowing for a balanced work-life approach.
- Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities to enhance your skills and further your career with access to training and developmental resources.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team that champions collaboration and mutual support, ensuring a thriving workplace experience.

What you will do:

- Conduct comprehensive assessments and create support plans tailored to individuals with learning disabilities.
- Manage an allocated caseload, ensuring services meet the highest standards and remain within budget.
- Carry out Mental Capacity Assessments, ensuring all service users are supported to exercise choice and reach their defined outcomes.
- Collaborate with adult service users, carers, and families to deliver personalised assessments, support planning, and brokerage services.
- Contribute to the strategic aims of the organisation by ensuring access to high-quality services that safeguard and promote welfare.

Working in Newham means being part of a diverse and dynamic community where each day brings new experiences. With its rich cultural tapestry, excellent transport links, and an array of leisure and recreational activities, Newham is not just a place to work but a place to call home. Take the next adventurous step in your social work career in Newham today. Join us, make a difference, and enrich your professional journey!

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