Senior Social Worker – Children with Disabilities

Neway International Ltd; Kingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social services provider is looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities team in Kingston. This vital position entails managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and collaborating with multiple agencies to deliver support services. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, hold a valid Social Work qualification, and be ready for an immediate start. This role requires presence in the office three days a week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in direct employment within an English local authority.
• Preferably with experience in Children with Disabilities.
• SWE registered and holds a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Fully compliant and ready for immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children with disabilities and their families.
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and review outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with health, education, and voluntary sector partners.
• Ensure safeguarding and statutory responsibilities are met.
• Contribute to service development and best practice.

Skills

Understanding of disability-related social work

Proactive approach to care planning

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Neway is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities team based with our client 'Achieving for Children'.

Location: Moor Lane, KT9 (Kingston & Richmond)
Contract Duration: 20 October 2025 – 16 January 2026
Hours: 36 per week (Mon–Fri, 09:00–17:15)

Pay Rates:

• PAYE: £29.70/hr
• Umbrella/Ltd: £39.04/hr

About the Role

Achieving for Children is seeking a committed and experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities team based in Moor Lane, KT9. This locum post is vital to supporting children and families while a permanent recruitment process is underway.

You’ll be working with children who have complex needs, helping to deliver high-quality, person-centred support and safeguarding services. The role requires a strong understanding of disability-related social work and a proactive approach to care planning and multi-agency collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children with disabilities and their families
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and review outcomes
• Work collaboratively with health, education, and voluntary sector partners
• Ensure safeguarding and statutory responsibilities are met
• Contribute to service development and best practice

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in direct employment within an English local authority
• Preferably with experience in Children with Disabilities
• SWE registered and holds a recognised Social Work qualification
• Fully compliant and ready for immediate start
• Able to attend Moor Lane office 3 days per week (5 days during 2-week induction)