Children with Disabilities Social Worker
Employer: Stockton‑on‑Tees Borough Council
Team: Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team
Rate: Approx. £27.56 per hour
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Contract Type: Full-time, Contract
Role Overview
Provide specialist social work support to children and young people with complex and/or lifelong disabilities, and their families. Ensure safety, development, and inclusion via assessment, planning, direct intervention, coordination with multi‑agency partners, and robust case management.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify children's strengths, needs, risks, and safeguarding concerns.
Develop and implement person‑centred care/support plans, including short‑break services.
Undertake direct work: one‑to‑one sessions, group support, and community outreach.
Coordinate multi‑agency collaboration (health, education, therapy, adult services).
Act as advocate for children's rights and access to specialist services.
Manage a caseload effectively, maintain accurate documentation for case reviews and audits.
Maintain up-to-date records and adhere to legislation and best-practice frameworks.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, BA Hons Social Work, or equivalent) with registration (Social Work England or equivalent).
Post-qualifying experience working with children with disabilities and their families.
Enhanced DBS check.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding, and care planning practices.
Strong communication, interpersonal, advocacy, assessment, and organisational skills.
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