Learning Disabilities Social Worker

London Borough of Lewisham are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Learning Disabilities Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a well-structured and organised team. As well as joining a supportive team our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills and potential progression within your team. This Learning Disabilities Social Worker role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.

Learning Disabilities Social Worker responsibilities include:

Case Load Management Completing reviews and assessment Working alongside other agencies Working to ensure the protection of vulnerable adults. Promoting service users’ choices, control and independence Supporting service users to live safely and independently in their own homes. Assessing and reviewing existing service users placed in care homes. Reviewing residential, nursing home or day centre placements Working effectively with other professionals Requirements / Experience preferred:

3+ Years experience post qualification. Must have experience in learning disability social work team Good assessment analytical skills Good communication skills Good negotiation skills Legally literate able to undertake MCA, BI, CoP work. SWE Registration Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:

Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly payment. To discuss this Learning Disabilities Social Worker vacancy or any similar vacancies we currently have available in London Borough of Lewisham, please email your updated CV to us or contact Sydnee Hannam for more information