Social Worker – LD 25+
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About the Team
Are You Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join Our Learning Disabilities 25+ Team at Southwark Council!
At Southwark Council, we believe in more than just providing services—we’re dedicated to transforming lives. Our Learning Disabilities 25+ team is part of a vibrant, forward-thinking Adult Social Care division that’s committed to empowering our most vulnerable citizens. Imagine being part of a dynamic, supportive network of professionals who collaborate to promote independence, choice, and well-being for adults with learning disabilities. Here, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues, have senior-level support, and access to a tailored training program that helps you grow as a professional and as a person.
About the Role
Are you a skilled Social Worker looking to make a difference? In our Learning Disabilities 25+ team, you won’t just be filling a role—you’ll be stepping into a mission. You’ll tackle complex casework, from Care Act assessments to Mental Capacity Assessments and Court of Protection applications. You’ll play a pivotal role in safeguarding vulnerable adults, creating care plans that are not just effective, but life-changing. Working closely with individuals, families, and a wide range of professionals, you’ll help our citizens build on their strengths, overcome barriers, and live fuller, more independent lives. Your work will be varied, challenging, and deeply rewarding.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
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Salary: £42,855 - £50,088
Work Hours: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Queens Road SE15 2HP
Date Posted: 29/08/2024
Closing Date: 22/09/2024
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