Senior Social Worker (Children with Disabilities)

Neway International Ltd; Kingston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities team. This role involves providing essential support to children, young people, and their families, including conducting assessments and developing care plans. Candidates should have a recognised Social Work degree, SWE Registration, and at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in an English local authority. This position is based in Kingston, offering a competitive salary and a chance to make a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience within an English local authority.
• Preferably experienced in Children with Disabilities services.
• Ability to work in the office at Moor Lane 3 days per week (5 days during induction).

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and develop care plans for children with disabilities.
• Provide direct support to families, ensuring services meet individual needs.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Contribute to team development and uphold best practice standards.

Skills

Assessment skills

Care planning

Collaboration with multi-agency partners

Case management

Education

Recognised Social Work degree or equivalent qualification

SWE Registration

Job description

Neway International are seeking a Senior Social Worker (Children with Disabilities) to join our client, Achieving for Children, based at Moor Lane, Kingston & Richmond.

Location: Moor Lane, KT9
Hours: 36 per week (09:00 – 17:15)
Start Date: 05/01/2026
End Date: ongoing
Closing Date: 02/01/2026 at 17:00
Pay Rates: £29.70 PAYE / £39.04 Umbrella
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

About the Client

Achieving for Children is a not‑for‑profit social enterprise delivering children’s services across Kingston, Richmond, and Windsor & Maidenhead. Their mission is to provide high‑quality support that enables children and young people to thrive.

The Role

This locum post offers an opportunity to join the Children with Disabilities team, providing specialist social work support to children, young people, and their families. You will play a key role in safeguarding, care planning, and promoting positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and develop care plans for children with disabilities.
• Provide direct support to families, ensuring services meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to safeguard children and promote wellbeing.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Contribute to team development and uphold best practice standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Recognised Social Work degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• SWE Registration.
• Minimum of 3 years post‑qualification experience within an English local authority.
• Preferably experienced in Children with Disabilities services.
• Ability to work in the office at Moor Lane 3 days per week (5 days during induction).