Location
Hybrid role – Newham Dockside, E16 2QU, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£41,133 - £49,056 plus £3,000 market supplement

About the Role
Join the Learning Disability Services team at the London Borough of Newham during an exciting period of growth and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to work within a person-centred, strengths-based approach to support adults with learning disabilities aged 25 and over. Reporting to the Learning Disabilities Team Manager, you will manage a varied caseload and work closely with a range of professionals including the Court of Protection. The team focuses on relationship-based practice, building independence, and positive risk-taking. You will be part of a supportive team with excellent progression pathways and training opportunities. Newham is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture that values diverse perspectives to achieve the best outcomes for residents. The role offers a hybrid working model with a modern office environment and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

Newham is a vibrant and culturally rich borough located 5 miles east of central London, well connected by public transport including bus, tube, DLR, and the Elizabeth Line, as well as major road routes.

Experience
Minimum of 2 years post-qualifying social work experience with demonstrable skills in assessment and delivering high quality interventions. Experience working in adult social care, particularly with learning disabilities, safeguarding, mental capacity, Court of Protection, and risk management is essential. Proven ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and build partnerships with voluntary, community, faith sectors, and health services.

About you
Creative, caring, compassionate, and committed to delivering safe, high-quality services. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a busy frontline adult social care environment. You should be motivated to work within an inclusive culture that values diversity and promotes equality. A positive, proactive, and can-do attitude is essential.

Qualifications
Qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration. Evidence of continuing professional development and capability to practice in line with current professional standards. Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) is required.