JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team

Location: Halton, UK
Salary: £39 per hour
Contract Type: Part-Time / Full-Time
Contract Duration: Ongoing

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities? Join the Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team in Halton, where your expertise will play a vital role in supporting children and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment, ensuring every child’s voice is heard and every family receives the care and support they deserve.

Enjoy the flexibility of locum work, competitive pay, and the chance to develop professionally in a supportive and rewarding setting.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Work Hours: Choose between part-time or full-time work — or alternate as needed to fit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £39.00 per hour, providing financial stability while you do meaningful work.

• Professional Networking: Collaborate with multi-agency partners, broadening your professional experience and relationships.

• Ongoing Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and regular supervision to support your professional growth.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the autonomy and freedom that come with locum work, allowing time for your personal priorities.

Purpose of the Role

As a Social Worker in the CWD Team, you’ll provide high-quality social work services to children and young people with disabilities and their families. You’ll assess, plan, implement, and review tailored support packages that enhance each child’s wellbeing, safety, and development. Your work will be guided by statutory duties, best practice standards, and the policies of Halton Borough Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory assessments in accordance with relevant legislation, identifying the needs of children and their families using evidence-based practice.

• Develop and implement care and support plans that promote independence and safeguard vulnerable children.

• Maintain accurate, comprehensive case records and documentation in line with statutory requirements.

• Participate in child protection investigations, strategy discussions, and planning meetings.

• Offer practical support and guidance to families, coordinating and reviewing packages of care.

• Support children and families through transition planning from children’s to adult services.

• Work collaboratively with partners across education, health, and voluntary sectors to ensure joined-up service delivery.

• Contribute to local policy development and share insights to drive service improvement.

• Uphold Social Work England professional standards and engage in continuous professional development (CPD).

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).

• Registration with Social Work England.

• Experience within children’s social care, ideally in a CWD context.

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and effective case management skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working with children who have learning disabilities, autism, complex health needs, or sensory impairments.

• Knowledge of short breaks, direct payments, and personal budgets.

• Familiarity with person-centred and partnership approaches.

Why Halton?

Halton offers the perfect balance between community warmth and professional opportunity. Nestled between major northern cities, it provides the tranquillity of countryside living alongside easy access to urban amenities. It’s an inspiring place to both live and work — where your contribution will make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

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