Darlington
💼 Locum Opportunity
🕒 Full-time | Hybrid working available
I'm currently working with a forward-thinking Adult Social Care team in Darlington who are looking to appoint an experienced Learning Disabilities & Autism Social Worker to join their service.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team making a genuine difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism, supporting them to achieve positive, person-centred outcomes.
About the Role
You will play a key role in delivering statutory social work responsibilities, working with adults across Darlington to safeguard and promote independence using a strength-based approach.
This is not a role for newly qualified workers - you will be trusted with complex cases and expected to contribute to wider service development.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing a caseload of complex adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
Undertaking Care Act assessments, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries
Promoting independence, wellbeing, and personalised outcomes
Working collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partners
Taking a lead role in complex case management and decision-making
Contributing to team development, best practice, and service improvement
What We're Looking For
✅ Qualified Social Worker (ESSENTIAL)
✅ Social Work England registered
✅ Proven post-qualified Social Worker experience (Adult Social Care)
✅ Strong experience working with Learning Disabilities and Autism
✅ Ability to confidently manage complex cases and safeguarding work
✅ Experience working within a strength-based, person-centred framework
Why Consider This Role?
Join a supportive, experienced team with a strong focus on quality practice
Opportunity to work with complex, meaningful cases
Be part of a service that values innovation and continuous improvement
Hybrid working for better work-life balance
Why Work Through Me at Caritas?
With over 20+ years' recruitment experience, I take a straightforward, honest approach - no pushy sales, just genuine support to help you find the right role.
✅ Access to exclusive roles not on the open market
✅ Honest advice and interview prep tailored to you
✅ Ongoing support throughout your contract
✅ £300 referral bonus if you recommend a colleague
Interested?
For more information or to apply, contact:
Davina Cripps
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If this one isn't quite right, still get in touch - I work with a range of Adults Social Work opportunities across the UK.
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