Slough Borough Council
Learning Disabilities, Social Worker
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Learning Disabilities, Social Worker
Directorate: Adults Services
Pay Level
7, £41,873 to £47,238 (fully inclusive of local weighting allowance)
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
37 hours per week
Location
Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
DBS Requirement
Enhanced
The closing date for applications is midnight on 31st July 2026.
Interviews will be held week commencing 10th August 2026.
What You’ll Be Doing
Make a lasting difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities.
We are looking for a passionate, skilled and values-driven Social Worker to join our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to use your professional expertise to help people live safely, independently and with dignity while ensuring their voice, rights and aspirations are at the centre of every decision.
In this rewarding role, you will:
- Build meaningful relationships with adults, families, carers and partner agencies
- Support people to develop independence, access their communities and achieve positive outcomes
- Be part of a committed service that champions strengths-based practice, early intervention, safeguarding, equality and joined-up working across health and social care
You will be a registered Social Worker with experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and a strong understanding of safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, strengths-based practice, equality and anti-discriminatory practice. You will be confident managing a varied caseload, writing high-quality assessments and reports, and working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to deliver the best outcomes for residents.
Most importantly, you will bring compassion, curiosity, sound professional judgement and a genuine commitment to ensuring adults with learning disabilities are heard, respected and supported to lead fulfilling lives.
If you are looking for a role where your practice can create real, long-term impact, we would love to hear from you. Join Slough Borough Council and help shape support that is inclusive, empowering and centred on what matters most to people.
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Our Council
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment, and we would love you to join us in our mission! All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute to delivering services to local people - either directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous, and healthy lives.
What We Offer
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce where people are valued and represent the local communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.
Alongside a Competitive Salary, We Provide
- 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality.
- Tax-free childcare and childcare services
- Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work.
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Accessibility And Support
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. Therefore, if you require any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g. questions being printed on the day or consideration for layout or lighting for the interview room), please contact our Recruitment Team, who will be able to assist: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk.
This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Slough Borough Council offers a variety of staff networks for you to be part of. Networks represent our diverse staff groups and come together to help the organisation be a place where our people can feel included and thrive.
Follow the link HERE to learn more.
Right To Work And Checks
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
How We Recruit At Slough Borough Council
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At Slough Borough Council, we're moving Forward Together. We believe in our people, our purpose, and our progress. We've created a unified set of core skills to help you understand what we value and will form part of your interview with us.
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