Job Opportunity: Social Worker - Learning Disability & Autism Service - £32/hour
Location: Bath & North East Somerset
Contract Duration: 3+ months
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week (Monday to Friday)
Rate: £32 per hour (umbrella)
Inside IR35 | Hybrid Role (50% in-county, 50% remote)
Bath & North East Somerset Council is seeking a skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our dedicated Learning Disability and Autism Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference by supporting some of our most vulnerable residents and addressing our highest priority cases.
Key Responsibilities:
Complete Care Act Assessments, Reviews, and person-centred Support Planning
Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments (MCAs)
Work collaboratively with our Brokerage Service to implement care packages
Focus on clearing the longest-wait cases on our waiting list, including annual reviews, unscheduled reviews, and first-time assessments
Carry out face-to-face visits and assessments in the community (minimum 50% in-county working required)
About You:
We're looking for a Social Worker who is:
A qualified and registered social worker with strong experience in Learning Disabilities and Autism
Confident in applying the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act
Ideally experienced in using Liquid Logic or similar case management systems
A car driver with access to a vehicle - essential due to the community-based nature of the role
Passionate about delivering inclusive, person-centred care
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Make a real impact in your community while developing your skills in a supportive and forward-thinking team.
