Social Worker

Service Care Solutions; Merton; On-site; GBP 42,016 - 53,781; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for impact

Job summary

Service Care Solutions is proud to present an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join Merton Council's Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This full-time role offers a chance to make a significant difference in the lives of children and their families while enjoying a supportive team environment.

The position requires a qualified Social Worker with a current registration and proven experience in working with children and families. As a Social Worker, you'll manage caseloads, conduct assessments, and develop personalized care plans for effective interventions.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience working with children and families, ideally within a CWD setting.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and families within the CWD service.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need and risk.
• Develop, implement, and review tailored care plans.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Report writing skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker with current registration

Job description

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team

Merton Council

Pay Rate:

• £30.50 PAYE (exclusive of holiday pay)
• £39.04 LTD (inclusive of holiday pay)

Location: Merton

Contract: Full-time (agency)

About the Role

Merton Council is seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families. You will deliver high-quality social work services in line with the policies and objectives of the Children, Schools & Families department, ensuring the safeguarding and promotion of welfare remains at the heart of your practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and families within the CWD service
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need and risk
• Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to individual needs
• Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to deliver effective interventions
• Ensure appropriate resources are identified and utilised to safeguard children
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case records in line with statutory requirements
• Promote positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families/carers

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
• Proven experience working with children and families, ideally within a CWD setting
• Strong assessment, analytical, and report‑writing skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and safeguarding procedures

Why Join Merton?

• Competitive pay rates
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work within a well‑structured and forward‑thinking local authority
• Make a real impact in a specialist and rewarding service area