Location
Kingston upon Thames, a vibrant and diverse university town located in zone 6 with excellent transport links in and out of London. The borough offers an idyllic riverside location, a mix of modern and historic town centres, open parklands, cycle routes, great shopping and restaurants, making it an enjoyable place to live and work.

Hours
Full time (hours not specified)

Salary
£38,739 per annum

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Support Coordinator to join the Community Learning Disability Team. The post holder will contribute to delivering the team’s objectives by providing effective case management and supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve the best possible outcomes. Responsibilities include undertaking Care Act assessments, support planning, care plan reviews, safeguarding enquiries, and multi-disciplinary working. The role also involves participating in the team’s duty system.

The Community Learning Disability Team is a friendly, motivated and dedicated group of social care professionals working in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation. The team collaborates closely with a multi-disciplinary health team including Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Community Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Counsellors and Behaviour Analysts to support adults with learning disabilities and complex needs. The team also manages transitions from Children’s Social Care and Special Education Needs services to adult social care in accordance with the Children and Families Act 2014.

We are passionate about working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to help maintain independence and balance support with independent living.

Benefits
Regular supervision and appraisal
The opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through further training
A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme
A friendly and supportive environment
Excellent public transport links
Generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave
Three volunteering days per year in Kingston
Hybrid working (dependent on role)
Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks
Learning and development portal offering a range of courses
Discounts on local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres
Interest free season ticket loans
Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
Electric vehicle leasing scheme
Confidential health, wellbeing and counselling support

Our Offer to You
We are committed to helping you fulfil your potential by providing a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow your career and skills. We encourage innovation and value your ideas to improve our ways of working. We promote diversity and inclusion through anonymised applications, diverse interview panels, and family-friendly policies. We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting essential criteria. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer, all employees receive the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length.

Experience
Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and an understanding of the challenges they and their families face is desirable.

About you
Enthusiastic and motivated individual committed to supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve positive outcomes. Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team and manage a varied caseload. Strong communication and organisational skills with a person-centred approach.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in social care or related fields are advantageous but not explicitly stated. A commitment to ongoing professional development is expected.