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JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Learning Disabilities Team Specialism: Learnin... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Learning Disabilities Team Specialism: Learning Disabilities Location: Richmond upon Thames Salary: £32.00 per hour Type: Full-time Locum Contract (Ongoing)Are you looking for an exhilarating career move that leverages your expertise in supporting adults with learning disabilities? We have an incredible opportunity for a Social Worker to join the Learning Disabilities Team in picturesque Richmond upon Thames. In this ongoing locum position, you'll be working full time, engaging your skills within a supportive team environment to make a significant and rewarding impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities.Perks and benefits: Locum Flexibility: Embrace the flexibility and diversity that locum work offers. Choose your assignments and enjoy the freedom to determine your work-life integration.Professional Development: Unlock a wealth of training opportunities through the Richmond and Wandsworth Adult Social Care Academy, designed to enhance your career progression.Competitive Pay: Earn a fantastic rate of £32.00 hourly, ensuring your expertise is valued and well-compensated.Hybrid Working: Enjoy the best of both worlds with a mixture of office-based duties and remote working, plus the rewarding experience of community visits. What you will do: Work collaboratively with service users, their families, and carers to promote independence and wellbeing through a person-centred approach.Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of adults with learning disabilities.Implement measures to safeguard vulnerable adults by assessing risks and taking appropriate action in compliance with statutory duties and best practice.Apply social work principles and values to guide professional practice, ensuring respect and diversity are upheld.Comply with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant statutory frameworks while maintaining high professional standards.Monitor and review care and support packages, ensuring adjustments are made as needed and all statutory review requirements are fulfilled. Join our dynamic and supportive team as you take on a pivotal role in empowering adults with learning disabilities to thrive. This character-rich opportunity will see you dividing your time between the Council's offices in Wandsworth, remote working, and engaging directly with the community.Richmond upon Thames is an exceptional place to live and work—it's where the beauty of the riverside combines with vibrant cultural experiences. Enjoy rich history, lush parks, and the welcoming community spirit that makes Richmond a true jewel of London. Seize this chance to enrich your career in a setting that offers both professional satisfaction and lifestyle allure.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Adult Social Worker – Learning and Disability Team Specialism: Adult... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Adult Social Worker – Learning and Disability Team Specialism: Adult Social Work – Learning Disabilities Location: Richmond upon Thames Salary: £36.00 per hour Type: Full-time Locum Contract (Ongoing)We have a thrilling opportunity for an Adult Social Worker in the Learning and Disability Team in Richmond upon Thames, earning £36.00 per hour on an ongoing basis. This full-time locum role is ideal for someone who is eager to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility and variety that locum work provides. Joining the Richmond and Wandsworth Adult Social Services, you will work alongside Service Managers, Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, and Social Care Assessors to deliver a holistic and personalised service to residents over the age of 18.Perks and benefits: Locum Flexibility: Embrace the freedom and variety that comes with locum work, allowing you to explore diverse experiences while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Professional Growth: Working within a dynamic team in the vibrant borough of Richmond upon Thames enhances your professional development and opens pathways for career advancement.Competitive Pay: With impressive hourly rates, this position provides you with financial benefits that reflect your expertise and experience.Community Impact: Contribute to the well-being of adults by fostering independence and empowerment within the community. What you will do: Facilitate service user choice by promoting independence and strength-based practice to enable residents to maintain their independence and community connections safely.Assist with budget management, ensuring timely and effective completion of processes like authorising assessments and arranging necessary funding for individual support plans.Undertake statutory interventions for service users at risk, including safeguarding adults and chairing Section 42 Safeguarding Adults Enquiries as needed.Provide operational and motivational leadership, promoting a positive work environment with a focus on delivering high-quality services.Offer regular, formal professional supervision to practitioners, adhering to Council Policies, Procedures, and Professional Standards.Manage the duty team, overseeing all incoming referrals and safeguarding concerns. You will: Approach work with a 'can do' attitude and continuously strive for better value for money while meeting residents' outcomes cost-effectively.Prioritise the interests of residents, ensuring they receive the highest service standards.Collaborate effectively with team members, valuing partnership and teamwork.Stay informed about current legislation, national guidance, frameworks, and local authority responsibilities, especially concerning the safeguarding of vulnerable adults.Be adept at making rapid judgements, sometimes in emergency situations. Richmond upon Thames is a fantastic place to live and work, known for its scenic beauty, cultural richness, and vibrant community. Enjoy a fulfilling career while experiencing the unique charm of this delightful borough.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.