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244945 - senior social worker (learning disabilities team, west)

Port Lincoln
Wakefield Council
Social Worker
Posted: 23 April
Offer description

Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for a role where you feel valued, supported, and part of an exceptional team? Our Adults with Learning Disabilities Team is passionate about making a difference. We work with adults to promote independence, dignity, and person‐centred outcomes.

Why join us?

* Supportive and experienced team: work alongside skilled colleagues who provide peer support and share knowledge every day.
* Daily huddles: start each morning with a team huddle to plan duty, problem‐solve cases, and ensure no one feels alone with complex decisions.
* Caring and nurturing culture: we value each other and celebrate successes. Your wellbeing matters to us.
* Person‐centred practice: everything we do is focused on the individual – their voice, their rights, their goals.
* Diverse team of people from different backgrounds and with different skills.
* Teamwork at its best: collaboration is key, you'll never feel isolated in your role.

About the Role

* Lead on complex cases and provide professional guidance to colleagues.
* Champion best practice in safeguarding and mental capacity.
* Work creatively to achieve positive outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
* Contribute to high‐quality decision‐making, risk management and care planning.
* Prepare clear, professional reports in line with policies and procedures, which may be required in legal proceedings.
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
* Be confident in attending court and participating in legal hearings.

What We're Looking For

* Qualified Senior Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
* Active practice of: ASYE Assessor and/or Practice Educator and/or Best Interest Assessor and/or Consolidation of Professional Practice (or equivalent).
* Strong commitment to person‐centred, strengths‐based practice.
* Ability to work collaboratively and support others.
* Excellent team player.

What We Offer

* Competitive salary.
* Regular supervision and opportunities for professional development.
* A team that truly cares about each other and the people we support.
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