Social Workers – Learning Disability, Autism & Younger Adults Team Advert
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, Location: Sandwell Boroughwide. Grade/Salary: Band G (SCP 32-37) Salary Range. Contract: Permanent / Fixed term. Hours: Full-time 37hrs.
About The Role
You will work with adults aged 18–65 with learning disabilities and/or autism, supporting them to achieve their goals, maximise independence, and access the right care and opportunities.
* Strengths-based assessments and support planning
* Safeguarding adults at risk
* Multi-disciplinary working with health, education, housing, and community partners
* Promoting personalisation, choice, and control
* Supporting transitions into adulthood
* Upholding the principles of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and relevant legislation
What We Offer
* A friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking team
* Regular supervision and reflective practice
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* A manageable caseload and strong administrative support
* Access to training in specialist areas such as autism practice, positive risk-taking, and strengths-based approaches
Within this role, you will undertake the following duties
To work with vulnerable Young People, adults and carers, helping them to achieve ambitions, build relationships and networks that maintain their independence, and provide a service that flexibly meets the needs of service users within budgetary constraints. To have knowledge and understanding of relevant legislative and regulatory framework and Government initiatives relating to your service area, including safeguarding, and the needs of vulnerable adults.
* Knowledge of the principles and responsibilities of information sharing and data protection in line with legislation.
* Undertake specific duties and responsibilities determined by the line manager to enable the team to achieve its goals and objectives.
* Work with the line manager to ensure day-to-day functioning of the team in operational matters.
* Work with managers and other staff members to share and promote good practice and work co-operatively to ensure consistency in working practices wherever feasible and champion all changes particularly in relation to the personalisation agenda.
* The post holder will have supervisory responsibility for students.
About You
* Passionate about improving outcomes for adults with learning disabilities and autism.
* Skilled in building relationships with individuals, families, and partners.
* Confident in applying legislation and professional frameworks.
* Creative problem-solvers with a strengths-based mindset.
* Registered with Social Work England.
Whether you’re newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing Date
27th April 2026
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