Senior Social Worker - Children With Disability Team in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Job Title:
Senior Social Worker – Children With Disability Team

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Huddersfield, UK

Salary:
£35.00 Hourly

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our vibrant Children With Disability Team in the heart of Huddersfield. With a focus on long-term professional growth, this role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.00. As a part of our team, you can work on a full-time or part-time basis to suit your lifestyle, ensuring a perfect work-life balance. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a schedule that suits your individual needs and commitments. Whether you prefer a full-time or part-time role, we have options to suit your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and training to enhance your skills and career progression within the social work sector.
• Supportive Environment: Be a part of a collaborative team that fosters mentorship and peer support, ensuring you’re never working in isolation.
• Travel Allowance: Receive a travel allowance to cover expenses incurred as part of your role, making your work more rewarding and less stressful.

What you will do

• Manage a complex caseload of children and young people with disabilities, ensuring comprehensive statutory assessments, reviews, and care planning are carried out.
• Lead safeguarding interventions and child protection enquiries, managing risk in line with legal requirements and local policies.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans that focus on promoting wellbeing, safety, inclusion, and resilience for families.
• Collaborate with education, health, SEND, early help, and voluntary sector partners to coordinate and deliver effective services.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent (BA Hons, DipSW, CQSW).
• Practice Educator Award or a willingness to undertake training is desirable.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and learning.

Registration & Compliance

• Current registration with Social Work England.
• In-depth knowledge of legislation such as the Children Act 1989 and 2004, SEND Code of Practice, and safeguarding laws.

Experience

• Significant post-qualification experience in Children's Social Care.
• Experience supporting children and young people with disabilities and complex needs.
• Proven ability to manage complex safeguarding and child protection cases.

Make a positive impact in Huddersfield, a town that beautifully blends history, culture, and community spirit. Known for its stunning landscapes and rich heritage, living and working here offers both adventure and a sense of belonging. Be part of a place where your professional journey can thrive while enjoying the comforts of a friendly, lively town. Join us today and help shape brighter futures for children with disabilities.

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