Flexible Social Worker: Children with Disabilities

WMJobs; Hereford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Relocation assistance up to £10,000

Welcome Payment £10,000

Retention payment £2,000-£4,000

Flexible working

Job summary

Herefordshire Council is seeking a skilled Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Team. You will work directly with children and young people with disabilities and their families to ensure timely, appropriate support.

The role involves holistic assessments, care planning, and collaboration with health, education and social care partners to promote positive outcomes. You will operate within an inclusive, person-centred service with a strong focus on safeguarding, voice of the child, and

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Skilled in assessment, planning, and coordinating multi-agency support, ensuring that each child’s individual needs are fully understood and met.
• Committed to working collaboratively, inclusively, and creatively with children, families, and professionals from health, education, and social care.
• Resilient, reflective, and confident in managing complex situations and making child-centred decisions.
• Able to work effectively within a supportive and specialist team environment, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
• Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Responsibilities

• Carry out holistic assessments and plan and coordinate services for children with disabilities.
• Collaborate with families and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes and independence.
• Maintain a child-centred focus and involve the child’s voice in decision making.
• Work within a restorative, inclusive practice framework and contribute to service improvement.

Skills

Assessment

Planning

Coordination

Multi-agency collaboration

Child-centred decisions

Teamwork

Education

Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

Herefordshire Council is seeking a skilled Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Team. You will work directly with children and young people with disabilities and their families to ensure timely, appropriate support.

The role involves holistic assessments, care planning, and collaboration with health, education and social care partners to promote positive outcomes. You will operate within an inclusive, person-centred service with a strong focus on safeguarding, voice of the child, and