OR107323 – Social Worker – Children with Disabilities – Social Care Qualified

Job Details

Client: Herefordshire Council

Location: Plough Lane, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 0LE, United Kingdom

Work pattern: 3 Days in the office (37 hours per week)

PAYE Pay Rate: £36,363.00 yearly

Contract: permanent

Main Purpose

To support children and young people with disabilities and their families by assessing their needs, coordinating support and ensuring their safety, wellbeing, independence and voice are at the centre of decisions.

A Typical Day

  • Assess children and families’ needs.
  • Develop and review support plans.
  • Work with families and carers.
  • Coordinate with health, education and social care.
  • Manage complex cases.
  • Make child-centred decisions.
  • Promote independence and positive outcomes.
  • Attend supervision and reflect on practice.
  • Seek guidance when dealing with complex situations.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

  • Strong assessment and decision-making skills.
  • Child-centred and person-centred approach.
  • Good communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Multi-agency working.
  • Ability to manage complex situations.
  • Resilience and reflective practice.
  • Collaborative and creative approach.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and positive outcomes.

Essential Qualifications

  • Registered with Social Work England.
  • Social Work Degree, DipSW or CQSW.
  • Ability to work with children, families and partner agencies.
  • Ability to assess needs, plan support and make child-centred decisions.