Social Worker, £36ph, Learning Disabilities, SwindonPertemps are recruiting for experienced Social Workers to join a dedicated Learning Disabilities Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment focused on improving the lives of adults with learning disabilities and their families.Positions Available:2x roles: Case holding only1x role: Duty management (supported by a Duty Manager and wider team, as required)Key responsibilities:

Provide statutory support to adults with care and support needs, ensuring high-quality and person-centred interventions.
Undertake assessments, support planning, and safeguarding in compliance with legal frameworks and organizational policies.
Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and make Best Interest decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
Manage Section 42 safeguarding inquiries, including multi-agency collaboration and adult protection plans.
Work collaboratively with health professionals, service providers, and voluntary organizations to coordinate and deliver care.
Maintain accurate and timely records on electronic social care databases.
Supervise and guide colleagues, supporting professional development and ensuring high standards of practice.
Participate in reviews of care plans to ensure outcomes are met and independence is promoted.
Engage with carers, providing them with advice and support to continue in their roles effectively.

Working Hours: Full-time, Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Fridays 8:30 am – 4:30 pmWork Arrangement: Hybrid – Minimum of two days per week in the office. Compressed hours not available for these rolesRole Requirements:

Degree in Social Work or a relevant profession.
Registered with Social Work England.
Knowledge and post-qualified experience with learning disabilities.
Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
Comprehensive understanding of strengths-based social work and safeguarding practices.

If this sounds like the role for you, please contact Aishah Hassan on for more informationThis is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:

A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to
An easy registration process (all done online)
Referral schemes and incentives
Ongoing compliance managed for you
Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more

We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager

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