Social Worker (SEN Inclusion & Disabled Children) 04212

West Berkshire Council; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team. In this impactful role, you will conduct assessments, implement intervention strategies, and work collaboratively with various professionals to safeguard children and support families. This position offers the chance to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying flexible working arrangements and access to a generous benefits package, including training opportunities and a local government pension scheme. If you are passionate about social work and eager to make an impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Training and Development Opportunities

Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Family Friendly Policies

Local Discounts

Wellbeing Programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration required.
• Experience in children's services is ideal.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and provide support for children and families.
• Work collaboratively to deliver effective social care services.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and progress.

Skills

Social Work Principles

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Intervention Strategies

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Social Worker (SEN Inclusion & Disabled Children) 04212

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Are you a dedicated and passionate Social Worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team.

The Role

As a Social Worker in the Children with Disabilities Team, you will be responsible for:

• Working collaboratively with the Team Manager to ensure the effective delivery of social care services
• Conducting assessments and providing support to safeguard children and support families
• Implementing intervention strategies to promote positive outcomes
• Working in partnership with other professionals and agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of children
• Maintaining accurate and timely records of interventions and progress
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration
• Experience working in a similar role, ideally within a children’s services setting
• Sound knowledge of social work principles, legislation, and safeguarding practices
• Excellent assessment, intervention, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload
• Professional, empathetic, and resilient approach to working with children and families
  
  

West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 08.00-21.00
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
  
  

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Claudette Frost (Assistant Team Manager) [e-mail], phone [phone]

Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a difference in the lives of children and families. Apply now to be part of our dedicated and supportive team.

Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career.

Due to West Berkshire Council’s size and scale, and limited number of social work vacancies, we are not currently able to accept applications from overseas social workers.

Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with Us

Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How To Apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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