Social Worker Level 2 -Young Adults and Independent Living Team

About the role

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The Young Adults and Independent Living Team (YAaIL) supports vulnerable people who have a Learning Disability, an Autistic Spectrum Condition or a Physical Disability. You will work with young people age 16+ in the Adults Team which is a countywide team.

You will work to build strong relationships with the local community, other professionals and employers to make sure people have access to fulfilling lives and achieve their aspirations. Your role will include assessing, reviewing and support planning. Tenacious, proactive and approachable, you’re adept at building professional relationships and have dealt with a range of partners including Health, Housing and Education. You will have a good understanding of the SEND reforms, The Care Act 2014 and will have sound care management skills. A positive, determined and diplomatic professional, you’ll know how to build links that count. You’ll work with partners to make sure young people get – and know about – great opportunities. 

You will have responsibility for the delivery of statutory duties commensurate with supporting people within Adult Social Care. You will discharge these duties in a manner that sees customers at the centre of their care and support, along with, demonstrating behaviours that result in the delivery of compassionate, caring, responsive, and proportionate care and support that is of high quality and evidence best value.

Succeed, and you will be part of a varied and dedicated team where flexibility and commitment go a long way. We will give you the chance to develop new skills, progress and support you to find your greatness. At Central Bedfordshire Council, we’re passionate about having a workforce that reflects our community. It’s why we’re committed to creating equal opportunities, so that we always embrace diversity. 

What we can offer you 

As well as joining a friendly, dedicated, and hardworking team you will have access to numerous benefits, including:

A hybrid working arrangement giving you the option to work from home and access any CBC office location. We recognise and value the importance of supporting our employees to balance their home and work life and to be able to work in the most efficient way.

A £250 one-off hybrid worker payment to help you adapt your home for safe and suitable working conditions

A comprehensive IT package to support you to work safely and effectively

The ability to work abroad for up to a month a year

Annually paid social work fees for qualified social workers in adults and children’s (including senior practitioners) and Team Managers where required

Generous family friendly policies and practices

A welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers differences

Friendly and supportive staff networks

Annual leave allowance 25 days + statutory holidays rising to 32 days with length of service.

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This is a valuable part of our rewards package for employees and includes Life Assurance. You can find out more on the .

An exceptional Employee Assistance Programme which helps support employees with workplace changes as well as other work, family and personal issues

A huge variety of courses and role-specific training and learning to help you succeed and develop

Access to discounts on top UK retailers and local retailers

Central Bedfordshire Council has its own vision and values that are integral to everything we do. Our area vision is to make Central Bedfordshire 'A great place to live and work’.

Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer.