Social Worker| Learning Disability and Autism Team |North Lancashire

Job Description

We are recruiting experienced permanent social workers (full and part time) to support people with learning disabilities and/or autism across Lancashire as part of our Learning Disability and Autism team. The role focuses on ensuring that individuals have the opportunity to live as independently as possible, develop positive relationships, secure employment, and enjoy safe, appropriate accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic, face‑to‑face Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning.
• Use a strengths‑based approach to help people achieve their optimum level of independence.
• Provide ongoing support and facilitate access to services that enable learning disabled or autistic individuals to live good lives, including fostering friendships, employment opportunities, and safe living arrangements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) or have applied to register.
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Understanding of the Care Act and local government services.
• Compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and disclosure requirements from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Benefits

• Annual leave of up to 32 days, plus 8 bank holidays and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Generous pension scheme with employer contribution (Local Government Pension Scheme).
• Relocation reimbursement and vehicle use allowance – car required for the role, must be insured for business use.
• Comprehensive training and development through the Social Care Academy.
• Well‑being support programme and access to a wide range of staff discounts via Vivup.

We embrace diversity and support staff through groups such as FABEE, the Disabled Workers Forum, and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.

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