Social Worker - 0-25 Disabilities

Leaders In Care Recruitment Ltd; Conwy; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Manageable caseloads

Regular supervision

Professional support

Long-term contract stability

Job summary

Leaders In Care Recruitment Ltd is currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a well-established North Wales 0–25 Disabilities Team on a long-term contract. The role offers a manageable caseload, flexible working patterns and hybrid arrangements to support ongoing, relationship-based practice.

You will carry out assessments, care planning and safeguarding duties for children, young people and young adults aged 0–25, ensuring their wellbeing and development with strong

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in Children with Disabilities, 0–25 disabilities, safeguarding, child in need, assessment or transition teams is required.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practice relating to children and young people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children, young people and young adults aged 0–25 with disabilities and complex needs.
• Complete Child and Family Assessments, statutory assessments and reviews; Undertake Care Act, transition and Short Break assessments where appropriate.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work closely with families, schools, health professionals and multi-agency partners; identify, assess and manage safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance.
• Support Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children processes where required.
• Contribute to transition planning for young people moving into adulthood; prepare clear, high-quality assessments, reports and court documentation when necessary.
• Ensure the views, wishes and feelings of children and young people remain central to all planning and decision-making.

Skills

Relationship-based practice

Multi-agency partnership

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England

Job description

£38.43ph | 0–25 Disabilities Team | North Wales | Flexible Working | Long-Term Contract | Manageable Caseloads

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next long-term contract within a supportive 0–25 Disabilities Team?

We are working with a well-established local authority in North Wales that is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its dedicated disabilities service. This is an excellent opportunity to support children, young people and young adults with complex needs, while benefiting from flexible working arrangements, stable leadership and manageable caseloads.

The team supports individuals aged 0–25, helping to ensure that children and young people with disabilities receive the right safeguarding support, assessments, care planning and services to promote their wellbeing, independence and development.

Package & Benefits

• £38.43 per hour
• Long-term contract offering stability and continuity
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Manageable caseloads, allowing for high-quality and relationship-based practice
• Supportive, accessible management
• Stable team with strong retention
• Regular supervision and professional support
• Opportunity to work in a well-established 0–25 Disabilities service in North Wales

About the Service

You will join a dedicated Disabilities Team supporting children, young people and young adults aged 0–25 with a range of complex needs. The service is committed to child- and young person-centred practice, positive outcomes and close partnership working with families, education, health and other agencies.

The team places a strong emphasis on ensuring that every child or young person has access to the tailored support, resources and care they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children, young people and young adults aged 0–25 with disabilities and complex needs
• Complete Child and Family Assessments, statutory assessments and reviews Undertake Care Act, transition and Short Break assessments where appropriate
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans
• Work closely with families, schools, health professionals and multi-agency partners Identify, assess and manage safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance
• Support Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children processes where required
• Contribute to transition planning for young people moving into adulthood Prepare clear, high-quality assessments, reports and court documentation when necessary
• Ensure the views, wishes and feelings of children and young people remain central to all planning and decision-making

About You

• Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England
• Recent experience in a Children with Disabilities, 0–25 Disabilities, Safeguarding, Child in Need, Assessment or Transition Team
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and practice relating to children and young people with disabilities
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs
• Confident completing assessments, care plans and safeguarding work
• Skilled in relationship-based practice and multi-agency partnership working

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