Social Worker – Learning Disability, Autism Team

Social Worker - Learning Disability & Autism Team

Location: Sandwell Boroughwide

Grade/Salary: Band G, SCP 32-37 (£44,253 - £49,817 per annum)

Contract: Fixed term 2 years

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives? Do you want to be part of a service that values strengths-based practice, professional development, and person-centred support?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and motivated Social Workers to join our Learning Disability & Autism Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking service, helping adults achieve their goals, maximise independence, and access the right support at the right time.

About the Role

As a Social Worker within the Learning Disability & Autism Team, you will work closely with adults, carers, families, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality social work practice and achieve positive outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking strengths-based assessments and support planning.
• Promoting independence, wellbeing, choice and control. Working collaboratively with health, housing, education, and community partners.
• Supporting adults through key life transitions.
• Managing safeguarding concerns and promoting positive risk-taking.
• Applying relevant legislation including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Building lasting relationships and networks that support independence and community inclusion.
• Supervising social work students as required.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are passionate about improving outcomes for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
• Have excellent assessment, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can confidently apply legislation, policy, and professional standards in practice.
• Demonstrate a strengths-based and person-centred approach.
• Work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Are committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Hold registration with Social Work England.
• Applications are welcomed from both newly qualified and experienced Social Workers.

What We Offer

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• A manageable caseload with strong administrative support.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to specialist training in areas such as autism practice, strengths-based approaches, safeguarding, and positive risk-taking.
• Opportunities for career progression within Adult Social Care.

Why Join Sandwell?

At Sandwell Council, we are committed to supporting our residents to live healthy, independent and fulfilling lives. Our Learning Disability & Autism Team is dedicated to delivering person-centred services that empower individuals and promote positive outcomes.

By joining us, you will become part of a service where your skills, experience and ideas are valued, and where you can make a genuine difference every day.

How to Apply

For more information, please contact Parveen1_Akhtar@sandwell.gov.uk for an informal discussion.

Closing Date

Friday 27th November 2026

Please submit a CV and supporting statement on how you meet the criteria listed in the personnel specification to Parveen1_Akhtar@sandwell.gov.uk before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact Parveen1_Akhtar@sandwell.gov.uk

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

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Sandwell Council welcomes applications from Armed Forces veterans and values the transferable skills and experience they bring. Under our Veterans’ Guaranteed Interview Scheme, eligible veterans who demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please indicate in your application that you wish to be considered under the scheme.