Learning Disability and Autism Team Social Worker
Location: Riverside House, Rotherham. Apply online.
Job details: Salary £39,152 – £46,142 (pay award pending). Contractual hours: 37 per week. Basis: Full time. Region: Rotherham. Type: Adult Social Work. Date posted: 16/06/2026. Job reference: REQ23301.
Job description
Directorate: Adult Care, Housing and Public Health.
Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week.
Relocation support up to £8,000 may be available subject to qualifying conditions. Further information on our Adult Social Care recruitment site.
About the Team
The Learning Disability and Autism team ensures that every person with a learning disability or autism has access to support, services and opportunities. The team works with adults across Rotherham, from transitions services to older adults who require reviews of their needs. Support is holistic, working with professionals, families and carers.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments under the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act, and conduct Best Interests and Section 42 safeguarding enquiries.
- Co-create tailored care and support plans that empower autonomy and independence.
- Collaborate with families, carers, health, housing and voluntary sector partners to deliver holistic, integrated support.
- Monitor and review plans regularly to ensure they evolve with the individual’s changing needs.
- Advocate for service users, championing their rights and choices.
- Maintain clear records and prepare professional reports for case conferences and reviews.
About You
- Qualified (BA/MA/DIPSW) with valid Social Work England registration.
- Proven experience in adult social work, particularly supporting autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.
- Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, including Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and safeguarding frameworks.
- Strong assessment, analytical, planning and risk management skills.
- Confident communicator with ability to build relationships across agencies.
- IT literacy and case management system experience.
Applicants will need to undergo an enhanced disclosure of criminal records check. Further information at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
This post operates under a Career Grade/Grading Assessment Scheme, with starting salary and progression linked to experience, qualifications and level of work undertaken.
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among its workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
Contact
Emma Fitzpatrick – Service Manager – emma.fitzpatrick@rotherham.gov.uk
Amy Watkin – Team Manager – amy-ach.watkin@rotherham.gov.uk
Head Office
Riverside HouseMain StreetRotherhamS60 1AE
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