Qualified Social Worker needed for our Learning Disabilities Team in North Dorset paying up to £32ph - £35 ph!
- Location: Sturminster Newton, North Dorset
- Role Type: Locum / Agency
- Working Pattern:Full-Time, 37 Hours per Week
- Rate:£32 - £35 ph!
About the role
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Learning Disabilities Social Worker with experience working in Adult Social Care, managing complex caseloads and undertaking statutory duties. You’ll work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve positive outcomes and live as independently as possible.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload within a Learning Disability service.
- Complete Care Act assessments, reviews and Care & Support Plans.
- Support and contribute to Mental Health Tribunals.
- Prepare and progress Court of Protection applications.
- Undertake safeguarding and risk management responsibilities.
- Provide informal supervision, support and guidance to colleagues.
- Work collaboratively with health professionals, families, carers and partner agencies.
- Participate in MDT meetings and multi-agency working.
- Undertake community visits across North Dorset.
- Maintain accurate case records and statutory documentation.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker.
- Current Social Work England registration.
- Previous experience within Adult Social Care.
- Experience managing complex social work caseloads.
- Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014.
- Experience of MDT and multi-agency working.
- Excellent assessment, communication and report-writing skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
Working with Tripod Partners offers you a number of benefits including:
- Your own dedicated specialist consultant
- Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 150 authorities and private organizations throughout the UK
- Prompt and reliable payroll
- Free DBS and compliance service
- £500 referral fee
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Adults Social Worker | Learning Disabilities Team| Dorset | £32 - £35ph! in Sturminster Newton employer: Tripod Partners
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