Job Overview
An exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our dedicated and busy Learning Disability Team in Blackpool. The role involves working with adults with a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism, supporting them to achieve the best possible outcomes and promote independence, choice and control.
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: NJCGrade H1/H2 SCP 27-35 £38,220 – £46,142 per annum
Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026 at 23:59
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload and work with individuals using a strengths‑based approach.
* Complete safeguarding enquiries, Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning.
* All assessments and interventions are undertaken in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
Qualifications and Experience
* Experience completing Care Act assessments and supporting people with eligible needs.
* Evidence of relevant qualifications and CPD.
* Reference history of at least two years, DBS check and medical clearance.
* Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
Benefits
* A competitive salary offer with potential salary match within the above banding.
* Hybrid and flexible working approach.
* Regular professional supervision and practice development support.
* Social Work England registration fee paid.
* Relocation support up to £8,000.
* Annual leave: 26 days (increasing to 28 after 5 years and 32 after 10 years) with the option to buy an additional 5 days via a salary sacrifice scheme.
* Staff benefit scheme: Social Work Benefits and Diversity.
* Employee Assistance Programme offering free counselling, financial or legal advice.
Other Information
No visa sponsorship can be offered due to operational reasons.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post requires a satisfactory reference history, a DBS check, medical clearance, evidence of essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
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