Senior Social Work Practitioner - Lifelong Services

Salary: £45,441 to £48,474
Working Pattern: Full time
Contract Length: Permanent
Location: Chichester

Your role will involve working with young people (16+) with lifelong disabilities including physical and learning disability and Autism. As a senior practitioner working within this very busy but supportive team you will be expected to carry a complex case load and provide regular supervision to other qualified social workers within the team.
You will be expected to work within organisational, policy and legislative requirements which include the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act. Good working knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and enablement is essential.
A person-centred approach to transition planning is necessary to help young people and their families prepare for the journey into adulthood, so an ability to work closely with families and young people and to promote their views as well as their wellbeing in all interventions. This will involve working alongside our colleagues in Children's Social Care, Leaving Care, Special Educational Needs and Health. Knowledge of support and services available from education, health, housing, employment, or further education is essential. We are seeking someone who is able to work innovatively, demonstrating a good understanding of Community Led Support as a model for delivering services.
We are looking for a candidate who will be able to support and deputise for the Team Manager in terms of day to day management, team development and moving effectively into the future. You will work collaboratively with individuals and family or friend carers to identify people's strengths, networks, and community assets. You will remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation and adhere to organisational procedures, policies and codes of conduct as well as Social Work England professional standards.

Rewards and Benefits

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Further Information

The reference number for this role is CAFHE05056.

For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Paul Rogers (Team Manager LLS Western) at

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.

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