Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team

Pertemps; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Team in Ashton-under-Lyne. The role involves supporting looked after children with disabilities and working closely with parents to ensure impactful intervention strategies. Candidates should have a relevant Social Work qualification and experience in child protection. The position offers a pay rate of up to £39 per hour, on a contract basis.

Qualifications

• Experience in child protection and working with children with disabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents and other professionals.
• Strong assessment and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Support looked after children with disabilities and their families.
• Review and manage permanence plans for children.
• Ensure children's voices are central in the planning process.

Skills

Child protection

Assessment skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team

Pay rate to £39 per hour

Contract role

We are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work in a Children with Disabilities team in Tameside.

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will take the lead in supporting our Looked after Children who have a disability, however, will also support children who are in the process of assessment, being supported via a CIN plan and also CP, PLO and in proceedings. We are looking for someone who is aspirational for our young people, ensuring that plans and interventions are impactful, and that children and young people's voices are central. Working closely with parents and carers, you will ensure that permanence plans are reviewed including family time, life story work and transitions to adult social care.

Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)

• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

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