Qualified Social Worker – Learning Disabilities
Location: West Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £30 per hour
Are you a compassionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker with a passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities? We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join a collaborative and forward-thinking Adult Services Learning Disabilities Team in West Yorkshire. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives, working in a multi-agency environment that puts individuals and their families at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
As a Social Worker in this specialist team, you will:
1. Manage a varied caseload, acting as the named worker for adults with complex needs
2. Undertake strength-based assessments and develop personalised care plans
3. Safeguard adults at risk, intervening with legal and procedural authority when necessary
4. Collaborate with professionals across health, therapy services, and external care providers
5. Help people live as independently as possible while supporting their rights, dignity, and choices
6. Provide guidance to unqualified staff and students as part of a supportive team environment
You will be working in a service that values innovation, independence, and community-based support, with access to experienced colleagues who are committed to professional development and high standards of practice.
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings empathy, resilience, and professionalism to their work.
To be considered, you must have:
7. A recognised Social Work qualification
8. Registration with Social Work England
9. 4+ years of post-qualified experience in adult services (including learning disabilities)
10. Strong understanding of safeguarding and relevant adult social care legislation
11. Excellent assessment, communication, and planning skills
12. Experience working in multi-disciplinary settings
13. A commitment to promoting independence, inclusion, and person-centred care
If you're creative in your approach, confident in managing complex cases, and passionate about driving positive change, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
In return, Pertemps offers:
️ Access to roles across the UK via your own dedicated consultant
️ Easy and fast registration process
️ Ongoing compliance support
️ Prompt and reliable weekly payroll
️ Attractive referral schemes and incentives
This is an agency opportunity and is ideal for professionals seeking flexibility, excellent rates, and a rewarding role within a supportive team.
Great Transport Links From: Manchester, Leeds, Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford, Wakefield, York, Doncaster, Sheffield, Preston, Blackpool, Bury, Oldham, Bolton and surrounding areas across West Yorkshire and the North West.
Take the next step in your career while making a real impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities. Apply today or contact us to learn more.
Not the right time? We also offer generous referral bonuses—so feel free to pass this on to a colleague or friend who may be interested!
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