Social Worker - CYPDS - Children Social Care

London Borough of Sutton; Sutton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization serving children with disabilities is seeking a Social Worker to manage a caseload focused on child-in-need plans and child protection. You will work flexibly, create supportive packages, and must have experience with children with disabilities. Essential qualifications include a Social Work degree and at least one year of post-qualification experience. The role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development courses

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• At least 1 year post ASYE working experience.
• Competent in safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload for children with disabilities under statutory frameworks.
• Collaborate with Health and Education Services.
• Create support packages and assist young people in transitioning.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Understanding of learning disabilities

Education

Social Work degree or recognised qualification

Job description

About the Role

and our Ideal Candidate

Social Workers on selected pay grades are eligible for our Welcome and Retention Bonus :

• £ paid in your first month salary and £ paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service.
• £ paid after your 2nd completed year in service.
• £ paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter.
• Reimbursement of the Social Work England Registration.

Social Workers within this service area are able to work flexibly between home and work to meet the needs of the service whilst recognising the benefits that a hybrid model of working can bring.

As a Social Worker within the Children and Young People's Disability Service (CYPDS) you will be responsible for a caseload of children on child-in-need plans, child protection plans, and some who may be looked after and subject to PLO or care proceedings. Your role will include the undertaking of all tasks associated with children under statutory frameworks. You will work closely with colleagues in Health and Education Services, and lead on creating short breaks support packages. You will also have the opportunity to develop skills in supporting young people in their preparation for adulthood, their transition to adult services, and parent carer needs assessments.

For more information about the role and / or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Andrea Bryant, Head of Service () or .

We welcome applications from Social Workers with significant experience in supporting children with disabilities, as well as social workers with experience of other statutory frontline children's services. You will have strong assessment, analytical and risk management skills combined with excellent communication skills. You will also be able to plan care packages and monitor and review their effectiveness.

In addition, we would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to) :

• You are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body Social Work England
• At least 1 year post Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) working experience.
• Hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to work effectively with individuals and families affected by a learning disability
• Ability to demonstrate understanding, patience, and sensitivity when interacting with service users.

Please note :

Social Workers may be required to travel outside the Borough to visit clients as part of their caseload. Further details regarding the caseload and travel expectations will be provided during the interview process.

If you have experience in supporting children with disabilities to live an independent life, are competent in assessment and direct work, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, we encourage you to apply today!

About Us

Sutton's CYPDS consists of two social work teams, and a team of specialist support workers and provides a specialist service to children and young people with disabilities and their families. We are passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and young people with disabilities, and promoting robust preparation for adulthood. We pride ourselves on engaging fully with children and young people, and ensuring that direct work is undertaken so their voices are heard. Our service has a strong learning culture, and there are many training opportunities. Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to participate in restorative group supervisions.

Our Offer To You

As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include :

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade
• Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave
• Two volunteering days per year
• Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks
• Learning and development portal offering a range of courses
• Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
• Zip car scheme
• Confidential health & wellbeing and counselling support