Senior Practitioner Social Worker

Senior Practitioner Social Worker

County wide, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Salary: £48,064 - £50,236 (Inclusive of 7.5% market supplement)

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: Tuesday 18 March 2025

Learning Disabilities & Autism Service - Building Lives of Independence and Well-Being

Join our dynamic Moving on Service - We believe that people are the experts in their own lives and our approach focuses on understanding what they want to achieve.

We empower individuals by respecting their unique experiences and perspectives, building on their strengths and ensuring they have independence in their lives. Our aim is to provide a safe, compassionate space where people can communicate what support they need to live their lives their way.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will be the professional lead in the team and provide supervision and support to your colleagues, to support their development and skills. You will work with the service management team to ensure that the service develops and relationships with internal and external colleagues are positive and promote a 'one council' approach that embeds positive multi-agency working.

You will manage a small caseload of complex cases, using person-centred approaches for assessments, support planning and reviews. You will focus on promoting wellbeing and independence, in line with the Care Act 2014. We ensure people have advocacy, support and representation during periods of change or challenge, helping people succeed and thrive.

To apply, you must have at least 3 years' post-qualification experience in social care, a DipSW level qualification (or equivalent) and Social Work England registration.
Make a difference in the lives of individuals in our community while advancing your career with us.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. We prioritise your wellbeing by offering a supportive work environment, clear career progression and flexible working options to promote a healthy work-life balance. Our culture values respect, our team to innovate and find solutions together.

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This position comes with a 7.5% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Laura Roberts, Service Manager for Wholelife Pathway, at , or call ext. 15372.

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

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