Children with Disabilities

Posted 10 hours 30 minutes ago by Adult Social Care

£80,000 - £100,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Merseyside, Knowsley, United Kingdom, L34 0
Job Description

Permanent Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (CWD)

Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council, Poplar Bank, Huyton, Knowsley, Merseyside, L36 9GD

Hybrid Working: 3 days office-based / 2 days home-based

Salary: £42,839 - £44,075 per annum

About the Role

Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families.

The CWD Team is responsible for undertaking statutory assessments where there are safeguarding concerns or where a child is considered to be at risk of significant harm, with a specific focus on children with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a caseload of children with disabilities who have safeguarding needs.
  • Undertake Single Assessments within 35 days of referral.
  • Progress referrals received from the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
  • Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.
  • Produce high quality assessments, reports, and care plans in line with statutory guidance.
  • Maintain accurate and timely case records.
About the Team

Referrals are received via the MASH team and allocated to a qualified social worker, who leads the assessment process. You will be supported by experienced managers and work within a service that values reflective practice, professional development, and strong multi agency working.

Essential Requirements
  • Qualified Social Worker status (Social Work England registered).
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
  • Completion of a Criminal Convictions Declaration.
  • Agreement to and compliance with a Confidentiality Agreement.
Why Work for Knowsley?
  • Competitive salary and local government benefits.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
  • Supportive management and team culture.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • The chance to make a real impact in a specialist area of social work.
How to Apply

If you are interested in finding out about this role, please contact us via email.