Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities Team. This role is crucial for safeguarding children with learning or physical disabilities, requiring a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will work closely with families, employing a child-centred approach to promote welfare and reduce risks. The position offers a supportive management structure and a hybrid working scheme, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field. If you are passionate about children's welfare and have the necessary qualifications, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Hybrid working scheme

Supportive management structure

Monitored caseloads

Parking available nearby

Easily accessible via car or public transport

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in Social Work.
• Extensive experience in children's safeguarding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard children with disabilities through proactive case management.
• Work with parents and carers to strengthen protective factors.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Children's Frontline Safeguarding Experience

Child-Centred Approach

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

This team works to safeguard children and young people that have learning or physical disabilities. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team works with parents and respective carers to strengthen protective factors and reduce risks to the child's welfare.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year). The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as specialist CWD experience. A valid UK driving licence and car is preferred but not essential for this role.

What's on offer?

• £37.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• "Outstanding" Ofsted inspection results
• Hybrid working scheme
• Easily accessible via car or public transport
• Parking available/ nearby
• Supportive management structure
• Monitored caseloads

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930