Senior Social Worker, CTPLD
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £49,918 to £53,048 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £49,918 - £53,048 per year inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | People/26/330098 |
Summary
Bring your skills, compassion and leadership into a role that truly matters. We are welcoming applications for a full-time, permanent Senior Social Worker where you will play an essential part in ensuring adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism receive the support they need to thrive.
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.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at our Adult Social Care Workforce video
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.
We have developed clear career pathways for many of our roles. To learn more, please explore our adult social care social worker academy model : Adult social care - Social work pathway handbook
About you…
Are you passionate about supporting adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism?
We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism.
You will have the drive and enthusiasm to work collaboratively with individuals, families and other professionals and be Social Work England registered.
About the team…
Our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a supportive and collaborative team built on compassion, inclusion and excellence.
The CTPLD and Autism is a great team to work in with a shared ethos, mutually supportive with a positive team dynamic. We work with others across the service to draw on specialist knowledge and support.
Our staff are our greatest asset and you will receive regular supervision, have access to excellent training opportunities and the ability to develop your professional skills and interests.
Key responsibilities…
You will hold a case load of people with learning disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service.
The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a learning disability and/or Autism as well as general case management duties. You will also be responsible for supervising team members and have the opportunity to be involved in various projects.
Being a Senior Social Worker, you will also form part of the management team for CTPLD/Autism.
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.
Interview date
Interviews will be held week commencing 20th February 2026.
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.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd or Nakita Baptiste: Assistant Community Services Manager(s) : 01344 354466
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
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.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at our Adult Social Care Workforce video
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.
We have developed clear career pathways for many of our roles. To learn more, please explore our adult social care social worker academy model : Adult social care - Social work pathway handbook
About you…
Are you passionate about supporting adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism?
We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism.
You will have the drive and enthusiasm to work collaboratively with individuals, families and other professionals and be Social Work England registered.
About the team…
Our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a supportive and collaborative team built on compassion, inclusion and excellence.
The CTPLD and Autism is a great team to work in with a shared ethos, mutually supportive with a positive team dynamic. We work with others across the service to draw on specialist knowledge and support.
Our staff are our greatest asset and you will receive regular supervision, have access to excellent training opportunities and the ability to develop your professional skills and interests.
Key responsibilities…
You will hold a case load of people with learning disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service.
The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a learning disability and/or Autism as well as general case management duties. You will also be responsible for supervising team members and have the opportunity to be involved in various projects.
Being a Senior Social Worker, you will also form part of the management team for CTPLD/Autism.
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.
Interview date
Interviews will be held week commencing 20th February 2026.
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.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd or Nakita Baptiste: Assistant Community Services Manager(s) : 01344 354466
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
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