Learning Disabilities & Autism Service – Supporting Independence and Well-Being
Join our dynamic Learning Disabilities & Autism Service where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our service. Located in Chippenham, this position caters to the North region of the county and out of county placements.
We will prioritise your well-being by providing a fantastic work environment, offering clear paths for career progression, and promoting a healthy work-life balance through flexible working opportunities.
We are passionate about the community and take pride in our work. We encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do – through trust and respect, empowering our people to develop skills, collaborate and innovate to find solutions, be open, take responsibility, to listen, and learn.
As an Experienced Social Worker you will manage a caseload of work, using person centred practice principles to assess, support plan and review.
With a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in a social care setting, you should demonstrate extensive professional development since qualification. Holding a DipSW level qualification or its equivalent, along with Social Work England registration, which is essential.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our community members while advancing your career in a supportive and evolving environment.
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
This position comes with a 7.5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details, contact Georgina Robb, Team Manager at Georgina.Robb@wiltshire.gov.uk, or call 012257 13865.
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion.
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