Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team - Barking & Dagenham - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social care agency in Barking & Dagenham is seeking a Social Worker for the Children With Disabilities Team. This role is focused on providing comprehensive assessments and support for children with disabilities, ensuring their needs are met through collaboration with families and professionals. The position offers flexibility and competitive hourly rates, making a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Hourly salary flexibility

Professional networking opportunities

Comprehensive support and development

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant qualifications in social work.
• Experience in working with children with disabilities is essential.
• Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989 and 2004.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with disabilities.
• Develop and implement care plans for disabled children.
• Collaborate with health and education professionals.

Skills

Child-focused assessments

Risk management

Multi-agency collaboration

Advocacy for inclusion

Job description

Social Worker – Children With Disabilities Team

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team Role in Barking & Dagenham, earning £37.52 hourly. This ongoing full-time opportunity offers an engaging career path for those eager to make a real difference in the lives of children with disabilities. Seize this chance to enhance your expertise and work within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of an hourly rate, allowing you to efficiently manage your work-life balance while being compensated fairly for your dedication.
• Flexibility: With locum opportunities, craft your schedule around personal and professional commitments, providing the perfect blend of career and life balance.
• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a variety of professionals across agencies, expanding your professional network and learning from multiple disciplines.
• Comprehensive Support: Benefit from ongoing professional development and supervision, ensuring your skills stay sharp and up-to-date.
• Transitional Growth: As you support children transitioning into adulthood, you will also gain invaluable insights and skills to further your career.

What you will do:

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of children with disabilities, ensuring all practices are child-focused, holistic, and evidence-based under the Children Act 1989 and 2004.
• Identify and carefully manage risks, safeguarding children appropriately with timely and proportionate interventions.
• Develop and implement tailored child-in-need, child protection, and care plans, addressing the unique needs of disabled children and their families.
• Collaborate with parents, carers, health and education professionals to drive multi-agency, outcome-focused planning.
• Fulfil statutory duties, including conducting Section 17 and Section 47 assessments, managing Looked After Children (LAC) reviews, and participating in court proceedings as needed.
• Maintain precise and prompt case recording using the electronic case management system.
• Actively participate in and contribute to core groups, CIN meetings, CP conferences, and statutory reviews.
• Provide essential support to disabled children transitioning into adulthood to ensure continuity of care, collaborating seamlessly with adult services.
• Advocate for inclusion, independence, and access to community resources for children with disabilities and their families.
• Engage in supervision, team meetings, training, and continuous professional development to enhance your skills and service delivery.

Why Barking & Dagenham? Not only will you be part of a vibrant and diverse community, but you’ll also enjoy the rich culture, excellent transport links, and amenities that Barking & Dagenham proudly offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and make a positive impact. Apply today to embark on a rewarding journey in a place where your efforts truly matter!

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