Senior Practitioner
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Do you want to help improve the quality of life for adults with learning disabilities?
If you do, then you could find working as a Senior Practitioner in our Community Learning Disability and Transitions Team really rewarding.
We are looking to recruit a Senior Practitioner to join East Sussex County Council's Learning Disability and Transitions Service. Our staff in this Service work with adults with learning disabilities, their families and carers, and contribute to making a positive impact to their lives.
As a Senior Practitioner, you will provide advice and guidance to our staff, through daily support and regular supervision. An essential part of the role focuses on the development of our workforce, through identifying training and opportunities. You will also work closely with our health colleagues and key partner agencies, and oversee enquiries relating to Safeguarding.
We are looking for candidates who:
- have communication skills
- are committed to training and personal development
- are able to meet the travel requirements of the post
- have, or would be willing to obtain, a Social Work qualification
Our hybrid working arrangements allow for a mix of being home and office based throughout the week. You will also need to be able to travel across the county to visit clients.
To apply for this role please follow the 'Apply Now' button above. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
The interview date will be confirmed once the shortlisting has taken place.
East Sussex County Council is committed to providing you with the support and professional development to make the most of your skills and with the opportunity for career progression.
This role provides you with the opportunity to help others live their lives to the full.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
If you are interested, please call Duncan Edmeades or Sarah Nundy - Practice Managers, for an informal chat on 01323 747117 - we'd love to hear from you!
- Job Description & Person Specification [docx]
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.