Adults Social Worker - Learning Disabilities

Adults Social Worker – Learning Disabilities Team
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council
£31.97 per hour | Locum Contract | 37 Hours per Week

Are you an experienced Adults Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? Dudley MBC is seeking a confident and skilled Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities Team, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live safe, independent and fulfilling lives.

This is a fast-paced, rewarding role for someone with at least 2 years’ post-qualified permanent experience in Adults Social Work who thrives in statutory services.

The Role
You will manage a varied and complex caseload, completing:

• Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews using strengths-based, person-centred approaches
• Support planning and risk management
• Section 42 safeguarding enquiries
• Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and Best Interest decisions
• Court of Protection and DoLS work
• Transitions from Children’s to Adult Services
• Multi-agency partnership work with health, housing and providers
• Duty rota responsibilities

About You

• Social Work England registered
• Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW)
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation
• Confident managing complex LD cases
• Excellent assessment and report-writing skills
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• Competitive £31.97 per hour
• Hybrid working model
• Structured supervision and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a well-established local authority

If you’re passionate about empowering adults with learning disabilities and want to join a supportive, forward-thinking team — ring me on 01772 208964 or email me at Nik.froud@servicecare.org.uk.