Social Worker - Cognitive & Physical Disabilities Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Locum Social Worker - Cognitive & Physical Disabilities Team
Location: Leicester, UK
Salary: £34.00 Hourly
Contract Type: Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time

Locum Social Worker - Cognitive & Physical Disabilities Team

An excellent ongoing opportunity is available for a Locum Social Worker to join the Cognitive & Physical Disabilities Team in Leicester, earning an impressive £34.00 per hour. This role offers the flexibility to work full-time or part-time, allowing you to balance professional commitments while making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, and physical disabilities.

You will be working within a supportive environment that values strengths-based practice, collaboration, and high-quality statutory social care.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-Time / Part-Time Flexibility: Choose hours that suit your lifestyle while enjoying the freedom of locum work.

• Varied Experience: Build your CV through exposure to diverse cases, settings, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn a strong rate while delivering impactful adult social care.

• Professional Development: Access supportive supervision, training, and opportunities to enhance your skills.

• Career Variety: Experience different approaches to care and broaden your professional expertise.

What you will do:

• Conduct Care Act 2014 assessments for adults with cognitive and/or physical disabilities.

• Develop and review person-centred, strengths-based care and support plans to maximise independence.

• Apply the Mental Capacity Act 2005, completing capacity assessments and best interest decisions.

• Work collaboratively with advocates, families, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals.

• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, completing risk assessments and protection plans.

• Liaise with health professionals, occupational therapists, and voluntary sector partners.

• Support transitions