Employer:
Bracknell Forest Council
£44,055 - £46,080 inclusive of LWA & ECU
Location:
Contract:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Flexible Hours/Full Time
Hours:
37 hours per week.
DBS Check:
Closing Date:
29/09/2024 at 23:59
Reference:
People/24/288287
Are you a Social worker who is passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism?
What we’re looking for…
We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration and the necessary drive and enthusiasm to work in our team.
We want to help our most vulnerable residents to get their lives firmly on track. It’s why our social workers have the time to get to know everyone they work with.
The Community Team for people with a Learning Disability (CTPLD) and Autism is committed to improving outcomes for the people we support. We adopt a person-centred approach to the work undertaken by the team. We are looking for individuals who will share our commitment and who are organised, creative and skilled in communicating with adults with learning disabilities and autism.
What it’s like working in our team…
The CTPLD and Autism is a great team to work in with a shared ethos, mutually supportive and a positive team dynamic. We work with others across the service to draw on specialist knowledge and support.
Located in the South East, Bracknell Forest is a small and friendly unitary authority in Berkshire, just 28 miles west of London, close to Reading and mid-way between the M3 and M4 corridors. It is a diverse area incorporating the best features of town and attractive countryside. Our staff are our greatest asset and you will receive regular supervision, have access to excellent training opportunities and the ability to develop your professional skills and interests.
You will be supported to carry out the following duties, responsibilities and training…
You will hold a case load of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a Learning Disability and or Autism as well as general case management duties.
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.
The benefits you will experience are…
* An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
* Generous annual leave commencing at 28 days increasing after 3 years’ service to 33 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.
* Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses.
* A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.
* Internal sports and social club opportunities.
* An extensive employee assistance programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
* Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.
* Local government pension scheme / Life insurance cover.
Interview date
Applications will be shortlisted as and when they are received and an interview date arranged if successful after shortlisting.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. Additionally, this approach allows the recruiting manager and the team to establish connections with potential team members.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd - Assistant Community Services Manager
Tel: 01344 354466
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
At Bracknell Forest Council, we aim to create an inclusive, ambition and always learning workplace culture that promotes wellbeing. We empower our people to prioritise their wellbeing and support each other, ensuring they can be themselves, perform their best and deliver exceptional service to our residents.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
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