Social Worker - Learning Disability

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Job responsibilities

Social Worker Learning Disability Team

About UsOxfordshire County Councils Adult Social Care service is dedicated to helping people live independent, fulfilling lives. We are passionate about improving outcomes for people with a Learning Disability in Oxfordshire. As a result, we have created a new Learning Disability Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new team and play an integral role in setting a brilliant team culture rooted in innovative practice, collaboration and co-production.

Our approach is strength-based, focusing on what individuals can do and how we can help them thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation, and we offer flexible working arrangements to help you balance your professional and personal life.

It is a fantastic and unique chance to work with people with a Learning Disability and their families in Oxfordshire.Multi-agency working will be a key part of the role and there are exciting opportunities to work closely with our colleagues in the Oxford Health LD Team as well as other key stakeholders.

About the Role

This is a rewarding role where you will make a real difference to people and their families.As a Social Worker in the Learning Disability Team, you will undertake assessments, develop personalisedsupportplansand ensure that individuals have access to the resources they need.

You will work within the requirements of key legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and you will champion the principles of safeguarding and equality. Your work will involve liaising with a wide range of professionals and agencies, managing a varied caseload and responding to emergencies when required. You will also contribute to service development, sharing ideas and best practice to improve outcomes for the people we support.

You will get fantastic support from an experienced group of managers and from colleagues who are always on hand to help from a peer support perspective.

About You

Youwill hold a recognised Social Work qualification andmaintainprofessional registration with Social Work England.

The role will include working with people and their families, undertaking assessments and developingsupportplans.You will have a soundunderstandingof relevant legislation and safeguarding principles, and you will be skilled in multi-agency working.Multi-agency working is a core part of the role so the ability to make positive professional relationships is important.Strong communicationandinterpersonalskills are essential, as is the ability to manage your workload effectively. You will be resilient,adaptableandcommittedto continuous professional development.

Experience of undertaking safeguarding investigations and working with people with a Learning Disability would be an advantage.However, we will offer a thorough induction and varied continued professional development opportunities. If youfeelyou have transferable Social Work skills and would be an asset to our team then we want to hear from you.

Rewards and Benefits:

We are dedicated to transforming the way we support our frontline social workers, ensuring the best outcomes for every individual we work with. Our commitment includes meaningful supervision, ongoing continuous professional development, and manageable caseloads, allowing you to bring your best self to your work.

Ive never been in a role with such a supportive team. Hannah

Were a well-staffed team that supports each other tremendously -Funmi

• Flexible Working: Balance your professional and personal life.
• Agile Technology: Tools to support agile working.
• Generous Holidays: Up to 33 days per year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
• Relocation Package: Up to £8k tosupportyou in moving closer to Oxfordshire.
• Wellbeing Tools: Access resources like Headspace, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support.
• Pension Scheme: Local Government contributory pension with up to 19.9% employer contribution.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for family needs.
• Discounts: Local and national shopping and travel discounts to support everyday living.
• Learning & Development: Continuous professional development and career pathways, including job share and secondment opportunities.

My journey is a testament to Oxfordshire County Councils commitment to nurturing talent and providing avenues for professional development. "Jen

Ourcommitmentto:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.

Ourcommitmentto:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommittedto helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Ourcommitmentto:Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Ourcommitmentto:Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

Banbury

OX15 5AU

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)