Social worker - Learning Disabilities

Join us in shaping a brighter future for Barnsley

At Barnsley, we believe in putting people at the heart of everything we do. We are on a transformative journey to provide excellent services for our residents, ensuring they lead happy, healthy lives. Nestled in a thriving borough with a rich heritage of coal and glass, our community boasts a new and exciting town centre. Here, friendly 'Eyups' greet you around every corner, making it a wonderful place to work.

Position: Qualified Social Worker (Adults Learning Disabilities)

Exciting opportunity awaits!

We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our adult social care team. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of Mental Capacity Act legislation, Human Rights, and the Care Act. If you have a passion for working with adults with learning disabilities and are committed to tailoring support on an individual basis and building on people’s strengths, we want to hear from you.

Your responsibilities:

1. Varied caseload:

- We work with individuals with learning disabilities living in a variety of settings, including at times of change. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills base in multiple areas.

2. Assessing, protecting, and representing in court:

- You'll be responsible for assessing needs under the Care Act, ensuring safety through safeguarding, and evaluating the capacity of individuals. Your role includes court work, where you'll represent and advocate for people, making sure their needs and rights are represented.

3. Teamwork for independence and life opportunities:

- Working closely with the person, their families, MDT, and a supportive management team, you'll collaborate with others to come up with strategies to help people be more independent and open up opportunities in their lives. This involves planning, coordinating resources, and working together to create positive outcomes.

Why choose Barnsley?

- Inspired by creativity, ambition, and people:

- Embark on a journey of positive change with our award-winning council.

- Infused with creativity, fuelled by ambition, and centred around people-focused initiatives.

- Pioneering innovation and efficiency:

- At Barnsley, we lead the way in innovation, ensuring efficiency in every aspect.

- Our commitment is to provide value for money, setting new standards in excellence.

Our Better Lives Programme is leading the way with:

- A collaborative initiative ensuring long-term excellence in adult social care.

- Focus on wellbeing, independence, and community resilience.

- Supporting people to live independently at home for as long as possible.

- Empowering those in need to have a greater say in the care they receive.

Your role in our journey:

As a social worker in our adults learning disabilities team, you'll:

- Respond to situations building on people’s strengths using strengths-based approaches.

- Develop flexible, creative solutions for positive outcomes, promoting independence and a healthier life.

- Help people, families, carers, and communities make informed decisions for a safer, more independent future using your social work values and skills.

What you'll need:

- Recognised social work qualification.

- Registration with Social Work England (student social workers to apply once qualification granted).

- Passion for, and ideally relevant experience of, working with people with learning disabilities.

- Commitment to producing high-quality assessments and collaborating with various agencies.

- Knowledge of key legislation, local and national policy issues, equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice.

A Lot to Look Forward To:

- Values-Driven Culture: Honesty, teamwork, excellence, and pride in what we do.

- Personal development: Our commitment to learning helps you to achieve your potential, including ASYE and postgraduate training opportunities.

- Collaborating with an exceptional team.
- Flexible working: enjoy the benefits of flexible working arrangements tailored to suit your needs.

- Generous holiday allowance: Take advantage of ample holiday time to relax and recharge, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

- Be Valued and Supported: we believe in recognising and supporting our colleagues. We are committed to looking after each other and offer a variety of health and wellbeing services to suit everyone. Our Be Valued offer includes:

· Be Healthy: Access to health services and wellness programmes; information around occupational health, employee assistance programme.

· Be Celebrated: Recognition programmes to celebrate your achievements; awards and events, employee network groups.

· Be Smart: Recognition of your contribution, offering a range of rewards and benefits; gym membership & wellbeing, eating out, days out and travel offers.

· Be You: A supportive environment where you can be yourself and thrive, employee benefits, pay, leave, pensions, flexible working.

- Making a difference through 2030 Ambitions: Be part of a team that is making a positive impact through our ambitious goals for the year 2030. Contribute to meaningful work that shapes a better future for all.

Apply Now!

Seize this unique opportunity to shape a brighter future for our communities. Be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your ambitions.

Apply today and help us make a better Barnsley for everyone!