Social Worker - Children With Disabilities Team in St Helens, Merseyside

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team
Specialism: Children with Disabilities
Location: St Helens, UK
Pay Rate: £39.00 per hour
Contract: Up to 3 Months
Hours: Full Time (Locum)

Step into a rewarding locum opportunity as a Social Worker within the Children with Disabilities Team in St Helens, where your expertise can make a meaningful and immediate impact. This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner with a strong background in children’s disability services and solid knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications. You will play a key role in supporting children and families while assisting leadership with priority casework and outstanding applications.

This is a fantastic short-term contract for a skilled social worker looking to contribute at pace while gaining valuable experience in a supportive team environment.

Perks and Benefits

Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and adaptability of locum work, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments while gaining varied experience.
Competitive Pay: Earn £39 per hour in a role that recognises your specialist knowledge and experience.
Professional Development: Build your expertise in children with disabilities practice and statutory processes, including DoL-related work.
Networking Opportunities: Work alongside multidisciplinary professionals and senior leaders, strengthening your professional network.

What You Will Do

• Provide high-quality support and intervention to children with disabilities and their families

• Complete and review complex assessments and plans in line with statutory duties

• Support the Team Manager and Service Lead with reviewing and progressing outstanding applications, including Deprivation of Liberty matters

• Work collaboratively with partner agencies and professionals to ensure coordinated service delivery

• Deliver targeted interventions that promote children’s safety, wellbeing, and development

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records and documentation

Why St Helens

St Helens offers a welcoming community, rich cultural heritage, and excellent green spaces alongside convenient transport links. It’s a great place to work and live — combining career opportunity with lifestyle balance.

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