Senior Social Worker

Norwood Ravenswood; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of neurodivergent children and their families. This exciting role as a Social Worker involves working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to address the diverse needs of children and young people. You will provide essential social care assessments and interventions while ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment focused on achieving excellence in service delivery. If you are passionate about driving change and improving outcomes for families, this role is an ideal fit for you.

Benefits

Workplace Pension Scheme

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

£300 referral bonus

Free Eye test & Eyewear allowance

Access to Blue Light discount scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Excellent career progression pathway

Qualifications

• Registered Social Worker with experience in children's services is essential.
• Understanding of neurodiversity and safeguarding standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support neurodivergent children.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop appropriate responses.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with authorities for family support.

Skills

Social Work Degree

Registered Social Worker

Experience with neurodivergent children

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Driving License

Education

Social Work Degree or equivalent

Job description

*2 year fixed term contract *

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Children and Family Service for an experienced Social Worker to join our growing Advocacy and Advice Service which we will be developing over the course of the next three years, aligned with our new strategy.

We are looking for a dynamic and practised Social Worker who is passionate about achieving excellence, coupled with the ability to drive change for neurodivergent children, young people and their families. If this sounds like you, you could be the person we are looking for!

This role is grounded on improving the quality and care for these children and young people, through providing specialist social care assessment and intervention supporting to the family as a unit. Experience of working with neurodivergent children, those with disabilities, or an understanding of specialist health settings is preferred but training will be made available to the right candidate.

Benefits at Norwood:

• Workplace Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with confidence
• 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and Jewish festivals where they fall on a working day and work is not permitted (FTE)
• Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being
• £300 When You Introduce a Friend: Spread the word and reap the rewards
• Free Eye test & Eyewear allowance
• Access to ‘Blue Light’ discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Excellent career progression pathway

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Working collaboratively as part of an integral, multi-disciplinary team addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of children and young people who may be neurodivergent, as well as their families using the service
• Maintaining relevant knowledge and understanding of safeguarding standards, ensuring compliance with Norwood’s policies and procedures for promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as vulnerable young adults
• Meeting with children, young people and their families at the centre (or other community settings) or in a remote working environment (adhering to Norwood guidelines) with a view to undertaking comprehensive assessments of individual needs using a strengths-based approach, understanding the impact of neurodiversity, planning appropriate responses in partnership with children and young people and their families
• Working with statutory and other authorities and community organisations to the benefit of the families we work with
• Advising families we work with and support, on relevant legal frameworks, which may affect them
• Monitoring, reviewing and evaluating interventions in collaboration with families and recognising the changing needs/ revising interventions as appropriate
• Enabling those who we are working with and supporting to develop personal skills and strategies to improve outcomes in the identified areas in their life
• Writing reports, maintaining accurate and up to date records on the organisation’s case management system and attending any meetings or case conferences in relation to the children/young people, parents and carers to whom they are providing or have provided a service
• Liaising on behalf of those we are supporting with the Local Authority, the NHS, and other agencies in the public and independent sectors to improve outcomes for the family
• Supporting the child/ young person and their families with financial assistance applications when appropriate

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Social Worker Degree or equivalent
• Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• Previous experience as a Social Worker either in statutory or voluntary sector Children’s Services
• Understanding of the multitude of needs faced by neurodivergent children and their families
• Sound knowledge of all relevant legislation, statutory guidance and regulations, specifically in relation to safeguarding children/young people and vulnerable adults
• Full clean driving licence, access to a car and be able to use for business purposes

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Practice Teacher Award
• Other post qualification professional training
• Experience of working in the voluntary sector
• Experience of working in a Local Authority
• Experience of working with the wider Jewish community, including the Charedi/Orthodox communities
• Experience working with neurodiversity and disability

If you are interested in this role, please apply at your earliest convenience and our Recruitment Team will be in touch.