Senior Social Worker - Children With Disabilities

Senior Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team

Position: Senior Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team
Location: Central - West Midlands 
Hourly Rate: £30.57
Contact: ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com or call 07902371315

Job Overview:

Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for supporting children with disabilities and their families? We are seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in addressing the backlog of assessments, ensuring that the needs of children with disabilities and their families are thoroughly assessed and met.
 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assessment Writing: Conduct high-quality assessments for children with disabilities, ensuring that their needs and those of their families are fully understood and documented.
  • Backlog Management: Focus on reducing the backlog of assessments that need to be undertaken, prioritizing cases based on urgency and need.
  • Family Support: Work closely with families to provide support and guidance, understanding the unique challenges they face and advocating on behalf of the child.
  • Carer's Assessments: Complete carer’s assessments to ensure that the needs of the caregivers are also addressed, offering them the support they require.
  • Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for children with disabilities, ensuring their rights and best interests are upheld in all decision-making processes.
  • Caseload Management: Manage a caseload of 10-14 cases, focusing on assessments and support. Any Child in Need (CIN) or Child Protection (CP) cases that arise will be transferred to the safeguarding team.
  • Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to coordinate comprehensive care and support for children with disabilities.
     

Requirements:

  • Social Work England (SWE) registration is essential.
  • Proven experience working with children with disabilities and their families.
  • Strong assessment, planning, and case management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Understanding of the unique challenges faced by families with children with disabilities.
  • Commitment to advocating for the needs and rights of children with disabilities.
     

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to work within a supportive and dedicated Children with Disabilities team.
  • Competitive hourly rate with the flexibility of locum work.
  • Focused role with a manageable caseload, allowing you to make a meaningful impact.
     

How to Apply:

For more information or to apply, please contact Emily Cooper on 07902371315 or email ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com.