Empowering Social Worker: Children with Disabilities

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26–32 days

Local Authority Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is seeking Social Workers to join the Family Safeguarding teams within the Children with Disabilities Service. You will build relationships with children and families, complete assessments, and develop plans to improve outcomes.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to empower families and support positive change across Lancashire. We provide a strong management team, opportunities for professional development, flexible working options, generous

Qualifications

• Clear commitment to safeguarding children.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Completing assessments and developing plans.
• Providing direct work with children and families.
• Supporting Children in Need, Children in Our Care and Care Leavers.
• Undertaking safeguarding and court work.
• Leading complex multi‑agency planning and intervention.

Job description

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is seeking Social Workers to join the Family Safeguarding teams within the Children with Disabilities Service. You will build relationships with children and families, complete assessments, and develop plans to improve outcomes.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to empower families and support positive change across Lancashire. We provide a strong management team, opportunities for professional development, flexible working options, generous