Adults with Learning Disabilities Social Worker
Lewisham Council
5th October 2026 - 28th December 2026
£21 per hour
1 Catford Road, Catford, London, SE6 4RU
Communication
Social Work
Care Act
Analytical
Strengths-based
Adult Social Worker
Role
- Who You Are: A dedicated social worker with a focus on supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. You are committed to promoting independence and enabling individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
- What the job involves: You will conduct high-quality assessments and develop person-centred support plans. The role involves proactive progression planning, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and maintaining professional standards. You will also contribute to practice development and service improvement.
- Skills:
- Qualified Social Worker
- Knowledge of Care Act 2014 & safeguarding
- Experience with learning disabilities and autism
- Strong analytical assessment abilities
- Effective communication
- Ability to work autonomously
- Negotiation skills
- Experience with transition support
- Understanding progression-focused models
- Service improvement experience