Social Worker - CTPLD (Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities) and Autism

Join our team Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism.

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker who is committed to empowering adults with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling and independent lives?

At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.

This role includes an expectation to work from our Time Square office a minimum of 2 days per week, alongside flexible working arrangements.

To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look Adult Social Care Workforce video.

About you...

As a Social Worker in the CTPLD and Autism team, you will use your experience and expertise to support adults with learning disabilities and autism to maximise their independence, achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives. You will share our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference.

You will be highly organised, creative in your approach and an excellent communicator.

You will be able to build positive relationships with individuals, families and partner agencies.

If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk to arrange a suitable time.

About the team...

The Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a dedicated, collaborative team with a shared ethos of compassion, inclusion and excellence. We pride ourselves on our positive team dynamic and a culture of mutual support. Working closely with colleagues across the wider service, we draw on a wealth of specialist knowledge to provide the best possible support to the individuals we serve.

At Bracknell Forest, our staff are our greatest asset. You will benefit from regular supervision, access to high-quality training and opportunities to grow your professional skills and pursue your areas of interest.

We have developed clear career pathways for many of our roles. To learn more, please explore our Adult Social Care academy model Adult social care - Social work pathway handbook

Key responsibilities...

You will work within the Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities and Autism as a dedicated Social Worker for the Autism team.

You will manage a caseload of autistic adults and will be required to fulfil statutory and preventative duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review as well as general case management duties.

Our benefits...

• 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Paid employee volunteering scheme.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.

Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.

Our values

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.

Disability confident and inclusive recruitment

Bracknell Forest Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and an inclusive employer. This means that if you tell us on your application form that you have a disability, are an armed forces veteran or are a care leaver, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Interview date

Interviews date to be confirmed

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.