Job Description
Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking an experienced social worker to join them as Designated Social Care Officer.
Fantastic payrate of £46 per hour!
Are you an experienced Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community?
Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Responsibilities of this role:
* Support the organisation in meeting statutory duties and responsibilities in relation to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
* Provide expert advice and professional oversight across Children’s Social Care in relation to SEND legislation and practice.
* Contribute to and quality assure Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and EHCPs, ensuring statutory compliance and high-quality outcomes.
* Act as a professional advisor to Assistant Directors and Heads of Service on SEND-related matters.
* Identify gaps in service knowledge and expertise and support the development and delivery of training and service improvement activity.
* Contribute to de-escalation processes and key projects involving children and young people with complex needs.
* Influence service design and strategic development through specialist SEND knowledge.
* This is a non-case-holding role.
Requirements of this role
* Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
* Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker
* Strong knowledge and experience of SEND, including relevant legislation and statutory guidance.
Benefits of working through Reed, include:
* Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
* Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
* Free CV building and Interview support.
* Free DBS checks.
* Weekly payroll.
* PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
* CPD contributions.
* Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
* Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.
Does this role interest you? Apply today!