Learning Disability Social Worker

Contract type: Temporary until June 2027

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: NJC Grade H1/H2 SCP 27-35 £38,220 - £46,142 pro-rata per annum

Closing Date: Monday 27th April 2026 at 23:59

SALARY MATCH: Candidates who are recruited from the same or similar role may be eligible for a salary match within the above salary banding.

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An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker with a background in the field of Learning Disabilities to join a busy Learning Disability Team in Blackpool.

The post holder will work with people with a diagnosed learning disability. The emphasis of this role will be to support individuals with a learning disability and to support those carers who offer care and support. You will work with individuals with a view to increasing and decreasing support as required. You will undertake Care Act assessments and provide support as indicated in the Care Act assessment - this may be by way of commissioned care package.

All needs will be assessed under The Care Act and you will have experience of carrying out Care Act assessments. You will have an awareness of the CTR process.

Blackpool Council offer :

• A competitive salary offer for successful candidates who are recruited from the same or similar role may be eligible for a salary match within the above salary banding.
• A hybrid and flexible working approach
• Regular support via professional supervision
• Practice development support and opportunities for your CPD
• Social Work England registration fee is paid
• Relocation support up to £8,000
• 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 28 after 5 yrs and 32 days after 10 yrs) and the option to buy an additional 5 days on top of that, via a salary sacrifice scheme.
• Blackpool Council Staff benefit scheme: Social Work Benefits and Diversity
• Employee Assistance Programme, to support you through challenging times e.g. with free counselling, financial or legal advice

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Elaine Matchett (Team Manager) on 01253 477803.

At this point in time we are not able to offer a Visa sponsorship in this role due to operational reasons

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

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