Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team in Liverpool, Merseyside

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker
Specialism: Children with Disabilities Team
Job Location: Liverpool
Salary: £35.00 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing (35 Hours Per Week)

Join our team as a Social Worker specialising in Children with Disabilities and become an essential part of our Short Breaks Service in Liverpool, earning a competitive £35 per hour for 35 hours per week. This is an ongoing position where you can create a meaningful impact. Embrace this unique opportunity to leverage your expertise and make a tangible difference in the world of Children's Social Care.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial advantage of an hourly rate, providing you with control over your income while delivering essential services to children and families.
- Work-life Balance: With flexible scheduling, maintain the perfect balance between your professional responsibilities and personal life, allowing you to rejuvenate and thrive in both areas.
- Professional Development: Access opportunities for continued learning and advancement, honing your skills with new challenges and staying ahead in the field of social work.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with a diverse team of professionals and build connections that will advance your career and open up new pathways for collaboration.

What you will do:

- Effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with the appropriate supervision and support.
- Undertake Short Break Assessments and Carers assessments while ensuring Care Plans and Reviews are consistently updated.
- Craft and present written statements and representations for court hearings, including SEND Tribunals, ensuring all work aligns with legislative frameworks.
- Make complex decisions using professional judgement, evidence-based tools, and critical reflection to inform your actions.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of social work intervention theories and methods to support individuals, families, and communities.
- Assess risk and need in often complex situations, delivering protective and supportive services to children at risk, in need, or looked after.
- Confidently communicate in complex or high-risk situations and support others in developing these skills.
- Represent the department at multi-disciplinary meetings and potentially fill the role of Chair when required.
- Undertake direct work with children, young people, and their families while fostering cooperation across multi-agency boundaries.
- Model inclusive practice and challenge issues of diversity and identity professionally.
- Regularly participate in professional supervision and development, preparing for reviews and identifying improvement opportunities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date reports and records, complying with data protection and confidentiality laws.

Liverpool is an exciting and vibrant place to live and work. The city offers a rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and a dynamic social scene. As a social worker here, you will have the chance to work in a supportive community dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families. Embrace the opportunity and enjoy the vibrant lifestyle that Liverpool has to offer! Join us in making a real impact while enjoying everything this fantastic city provides.

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