Adults Social Worker | Learning Disabilities Team

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!

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.

• 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.

• 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