At a Glance
- Tasks: Support autistic adults, manage caseloads, and promote independence through person-centred practice.
- Company: Join a dedicated Autism Team making a real difference in Blackpool.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment, professional development, and the chance to impact lives positively.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic social work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding journey, helping individuals thrive and achieve their goals.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Social Worker with experience in supporting autistic adults.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 or 30 hours per week
Salary: NJC Grade H1/H2 SCP 27-35 £38,220 - £46,142 pro-rata per annum
Closing Date: Monday 20th July 2026 at 23:59
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join our Autism Team. This is a rewarding role for a motivated social worker who is committed to improving outcomes for autistic adults through strengths based, person centred practice.
Responsibilities
- You will work with autistic adults, including those with complex needs, completing statutory duties under the Care Act 2014. This includes Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding activity and support planning.
- You will work closely with individuals, carers, providers and partner agencies to promote independence, manage risk and deliver effective, outcome focused support utilising a strengths based approach.
- The role involves managing a varied caseload and contributing to multi-agency working, including transition planning from Children’s Services and other partner organisations.
- You will be expected to demonstrate sound professional judgement, effective risk management and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications
Applicants must be qualified Social Workers, registered with Social Work England, and have experience of working with autistic adults. A good working knowledge of the Care Act, safeguarding procedures and strengths based practice is essential.
Benefits
In return, we offer a supportive team environment, regular supervision, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of autistic adults and their families.
This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed.
