Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team

Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team

Job Title:
Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Kent, UK

Salary:
£38.00 per hour

Type:
Ongoing Full Time / Part Time

Are you looking to make a real difference? This thrilling opportunity could be the perfect match for you! Join our dedicated team in Kent's Children's Social Care as a Social Worker in the Children With Disabilities Team, and enjoy the flexibility of a locum position with an ongoing commitment. You will earn an attractive £38.00 hourly rate and have the choice of full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the ultimate work-life balance with flexible hours to fit around your schedule.
• Competitive Pay: A generous hourly rate that rewards your expertise and dedication.
• Professional Growth: Access to unique learning and development opportunities to expand your skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Meet and connect with professionals in the sector, broadening your career horizons.
• Work-Life Balance: The locum role provides flexibility to take on as many or as few shifts as your personal life demands.

What you will do:

• Undertake statutory assessments of children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs, risks and required support services.
• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children processes where appropriate.
• Develop, implement and review care plans, short break packages and support arrangements tailored to individual needs.
• Conduct safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments, ensuring children are protected from harm and neglect.

Person Specification:

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children's social care and disability services.

Registration & Compliance

• Current registration with Social Work England.

Experience

• Post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience working with children and young people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism and complex health needs.
• Experience undertaking statutory assessments, safeguarding investigations and care planning.

If you are seeking a role that provides both professional challenges and personal fulfilment, while allowing you to enjoy the picturesque and vibrant surroundings that Kent offers, this is the job for you. With its charming countryside and proximity to London, Kent is an ideal place to live and work, offering both tranquility and access to the hustle and bustle of city life. Join us and contribute to life-changing work within our supportive team today!