Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team
Southend City Council
Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team – Children with Disabilities Team • £39,152–£45,091 • Permanent • Full Time (Hybrid)
Intro paragraph:
Southend City Council is recruiting a Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team to support children and young people with disabilities and their families, delivering high-quality, child-focused statutory social work within a Good-rated children’s service.
What’s on Offer
Permanent full-time position
Salary £39,152–£45,091 per annum
Hybrid working arrangement
Professional supervision, appraisal, and continuous professional developmentKey Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of children and young people with disabilities, proportionate to experience
Undertake statutory assessments and safeguarding work
Prepare reports, care plans, and court documentation for family proceedings
Work in partnership with families, carers, and multi-agency professionals
Apply restorative practice to achieve positive outcomes for childrenRequirements
Recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration
Completion of ASYE
Experience working within a Children with Disabilities service
Knowledge of child protection, LAC, and associated statutory frameworks
Understanding of child development, attachment theory, and assessment frameworksWhy Ackerman Pierce?
Dedicated permanent recruitment support
Expert guidance throughout the interview process
Transparent communication and long-term career advice
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