Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

Permanent Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (Southend) 🌟
Salary: £39,152-£45,091

Location:

Southend-on-Sea | Team:
Children with Disabilities (CWD)

Contract:

Permanent | : (phone number removed) | Working Pattern:
Full-time

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - (phone number removed) g.bridgman @ (url removed)

Southend-on-Sea City Council is looking for a skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team on a permanent basis. This role is vital in supporting children and young people with complex needs and their families to lead safe, fulfilling lives.

🚨 Applicants must have direct experience working with children with disabilities.

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Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children with disabilities requiring statutory support, protection, or care planning.

Carry out assessments, develop child-focused care and support plans, and monitor outcomes.

Work in partnership with families, schools, health services, and other professionals to provide coordinated support.

Attend and contribute to CIN meetings, child protection conferences, and reviews as required.

Ensure all practice is in line with legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding procedures.

Champion the rights and voice of children with disabilities in all aspects of your work.

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What We're Looking For:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.

Experience in a Children with Disabilities team or equivalent.

Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989, Care Act, and SEND Code of Practice.

Strong assessment, communication, and partnership working skills.

🔹 What's on

Offer:

Competitive salary of £39,152-£45,091

Supportive team environment with regular supervision

Opportunities for professional development and training

Flexible working arrangements (depending on service needs)

Access to a range of employee benefits and wellbeing support

Make a real difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families in Southend.

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - (phone number removed) g.bridgman @ (url removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy