Children’s Social Worker Disabilities #000AA5E51

Job Description

Team Description.

The Children with Disabilities Team manages cases where disability is the overriding factor to consider with regards to outcomes and impact for the child.  One of our functions is to assess and offer appropriate short break services to children who have a diagnosed disability and/or complex health needs and their families. However some disabled children are also in need of safeguarding and in these cases we also manage children in the child protection process including Child Protection Conference, Public Law Outline and Proceedings.

What else does the team offer.

A number of the children that are held by our team are Cared for Children, both on Full Care Orders and section 20 agreements.  These children are managed under Care Planning and Fostering Regulations with oversight of an Independent Reviewing Officer.

How does the team work.

The team is made up of a manager, an Advanced Practitioner six social work posts (one of which is two part time posts) and two social care workers.

The Children with Disabilities Team sits within the Early Help and Schools Department and we work alongside our SEN, RAN, Ed Psych and HI and VI Team colleagues

Please note: This is a long-term temporary position with an immediate start available — perfect for experienced professionals ready to make an impact without delay.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly

• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders

• A desirable location with great transport links

• A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills

• Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll

• Enhanced DBS processing included

• Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support

• Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step?
Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.