Senior Practitioner
Senior Social Work Practitioner - Learning Disability and Autism Team
Are you an experienced social worker looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
At Newcastle City Council's Learning Disability and Autism Team, you'll receive a warm welcome into a supportive, forward-thinking service that is committed to delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work practice. Our team is passionate about helping people live fulfilling lives, maximise their independence, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
We are proud to work within Newcastle's innovative Three Conversations Model, which enables practitioners to have meaningful, person-centred conversations with adults, families, carers, colleagues and partner organisations. This approach empowers people to build on their strengths, develop sustainable solutions, and stay connected to their communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Social Work Practitioner to join our dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is committed to delivering excellent outcomes and who can provide professional leadership, guidance and support within a busy and rewarding Adult Social Care environment.
You will bring a strong social work value base, well-developed practice skills, and a passion for promoting the rights, independence and wellbeing of adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
As a Senior Social Work Practitioner, you will:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced practitioner who can demonstrate:
Essential Requirements
You must:
Why Join Newcastle City Council?
We understand the demands of a Senior Practitioner role and are committed to supporting our staff to thrive professionally and personally.
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
Safeguarding Information
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is working in regulated activity. If you are successful we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a check to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s). It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Stuart Sewell Team Manager, 0191 278 8100 stuart.sewell@newcastle.gov.uk
We look forward to hearing from passionate, ambitious social workers who want to make a genuine difference and help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Newcastle.
Join us and help create better lives, stronger communities and brighter futures for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
How to apply
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.
Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.
Are you an experienced social worker looking to take the next step in your career and make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
At Newcastle City Council's Learning Disability and Autism Team, you'll receive a warm welcome into a supportive, forward-thinking service that is committed to delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work practice. Our team is passionate about helping people live fulfilling lives, maximise their independence, and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
We are proud to work within Newcastle's innovative Three Conversations Model, which enables practitioners to have meaningful, person-centred conversations with adults, families, carers, colleagues and partner organisations. This approach empowers people to build on their strengths, develop sustainable solutions, and stay connected to their communities.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Social Work Practitioner to join our dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is committed to delivering excellent outcomes and who can provide professional leadership, guidance and support within a busy and rewarding Adult Social Care environment.
You will bring a strong social work value base, well-developed practice skills, and a passion for promoting the rights, independence and wellbeing of adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
As a Senior Social Work Practitioner, you will:
- Manage complex and high-risk casework.
- Lead on assessments, support planning and reviews.
- Undertake Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interest decision-making.
- Contribute to safeguarding enquiries and risk management processes.
- Support hospital discharge planning and transitions.
- Prepare and progress applications to the Court of Protection.
- Work collaboratively with health, housing and partner agencies as part of multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide mentoring, coaching and support to trainee, newly qualified and developing social workers.
- Assist Team Managers in delivering high-quality services that meet performance, financial and quality standards.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced practitioner who can demonstrate:
- Significant experience within Adult Social Care.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding frameworks.
- Experience of complex assessment, support planning and case management.
- Excellent analytical, communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- A commitment to continuous learning and reflective practice.
- A passion for supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture.
Essential Requirements
You must:
- Hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Social Work Degree, DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent).
- Be registered with Social Work England.
- Have completed relevant post-qualifying training and in-house progression requirements, or an equivalent progression pathway with a previous employer.
Why Join Newcastle City Council?
We understand the demands of a Senior Practitioner role and are committed to supporting our staff to thrive professionally and personally.
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
- Regular one-to-one support and supervision from an experienced Team Manager
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities
- Access to coaching, mentoring and specialist training
- Flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity to take up to two flexi days per month
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
- Membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme
- Maternity, paternity and adoption leave provisions
- Home electronics salary sacrifice scheme
- Vehicle leasing scheme
- A workplace culture that values wellbeing, development and work-life balance
Safeguarding Information
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is working in regulated activity. If you are successful we will undertake additional recruitment checks which will include a check to see if you have had any criminal convictions, a check of police information and we will check the barred list(s). It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Stuart Sewell Team Manager, 0191 278 8100 stuart.sewell@newcastle.gov.uk
We look forward to hearing from passionate, ambitious social workers who want to make a genuine difference and help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Newcastle.
Join us and help create better lives, stronger communities and brighter futures for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
How to apply
Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form. Before completing the form please ensure you read the supporting documents.
Any communication sent to you regarding your application will be sent to the email address you have set up on your Northeast Jobs account, so you will need to ensure that you check your inbox.
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Salary range
- £47,665 - £50,908 per year