Children's Disability Social Worker - Growth & Impact

London Borough of Bexley; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated social worker to join its Children with Disabilities Service. The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children with disabilities, ensuring their voices are heard. Candidates should have strong knowledge in social work practice and ideally experience working with disabled children. The role offers opportunities for training, career progression, and a supportive working environment, ensuring the well-being of both staff and children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Coaching and mentoring programmes

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will possess highly developed knowledge in children’s social work practice.
• Experience in working with children with disabilities is preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in need.
• Work with Children with Disabilities Service.
• Initiate care proceedings and collaborate with the SEN education department.

Skills

Knowledge in children's social work practice

Experience working with children with disabilities

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated social worker to join its Children with Disabilities Service. The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children with disabilities, ensuring their voices are heard. Candidates should have strong knowledge in social work practice and ideally experience working with disabled children. The role offers opportunities for training, career progression, and a supportive working environment, ensuring the well-being of both staff and children.