Job summary Learning Disabilities & Autism Service Building Lives of 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 Noth region of the county. 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 a Senior Practitioner, you will oversee a manageable caseload of complex work, utilising person-centred practice principles for assessment, support planning, and review. WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS DIRECT ON NHS. IF YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE PLEASE APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE OR COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW IN TO YOUR BROWSER: https://fa-euxi-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/3186/?utm_mediumjobshare Main duties of the job With a minimum of 3 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. About us Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. 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. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £48,064 to £50,236 a year (Inclusive of 7.5% market supplement) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0041-3186 Job locations Wiltshire Council Monkton Park Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 1ER Job description Job responsibilities To provide practice and professional leadership, support and supervision for Social Workers and social care staff in the Learning Disabilities & Autism Service (LDAS). To uphold standards of practice for Social Workers as registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and in accordance with Codes of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Practitioners working in line with the advanced level of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) are expected to provide practice and professional leadership through the development of evidence- informed practice, quality assurance, staff development, knowledge development and management, and will also help to influence and contribute to strategic development in the organisation. Senior Social Workers make a difference by working both directly with people in highly complex situations, and by supporting staff to provide better outcomes for people who use services, families, carers and communities. Please see the role description for all the details. Job description Job responsibilities To provide practice and professional leadership, support and supervision for Social Workers and social care staff in the Learning Disabilities & Autism Service (LDAS). To uphold standards of practice for Social Workers as registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and in accordance with Codes of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Practitioners working in line with the advanced level of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) are expected to provide practice and professional leadership through the development of evidence- informed practice, quality assurance, staff development, knowledge development and management, and will also help to influence and contribute to strategic development in the organisation. Senior Social Workers make a difference by working both directly with people in highly complex situations, and by supporting staff to provide better outcomes for people who use services, families, carers and communities. Please see the role description for all the details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see the role description for all the details. Desirable Please see the role description for all the details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see the role description for all the details. Desirable Please see the role description for all the details. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address Wiltshire Council Monkton Park Chippenham Wiltshire SN15 1ER Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)