Qualified Social Worker – Adults Learning Disabilities

Are you an experienced Adults’ Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? We are working in partnership with a well-established local authority in Cheshire to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities Team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service where you’ll manage a varied caseload, work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, and make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities.

As part of the Learning Disabilities Team, you will:

• Manage a caseload of adults with learning disabilities.
• Complete strengths-based assessments, care planning, reviews, and support planning.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments.
• Apply the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation in practice.
• Work closely with families, healthcare professionals, providers, and partner agencies to deliver person-centred outcomes.
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for service users.

Requirements To be considered, you will need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience within Adult Social Care, preferably in a Learning Disabilities Team.
• A sound understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, safeguarding, and strengths-based practice.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and case management skills.

What’s on Offer?

• £36 per hour hourly rate.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• A well-established local authority with a collaborative working environment.
• Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment consultant throughout your assignment.
• Weekly payroll and prompt payments.

If you’re ready for your next locum opportunity and meet the above criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to catherine.rogerson@pprsocialcare.co.uk or get in touch for a confidential discussion about this role and other Adult Social Work opportunities available across the UK.