Are you a CWD Social Worker ready to make a difference in Bedfordshire?
We’re recruiting for a high-impact locum role within a dedicated team offering excellent pay, ongoing support, and long-term prospects.
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Job Title: Social Worker - Children with Disabilities
Location: Bedfordshire
Duration: 6-month initial contract (strong chance of extension)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £36 to £39 per hour (depending on experience)
Contact: Eric Lopes – 0203 475 4175 / elopes@hg-mh.com
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What You’ll Be Doing:
As a CWD Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families, ensuring their needs are met through high-quality, person-centred care and safeguarding interventions. You'll manage a varied caseload of complex cases, working collaboratively across services to promote independence, inclusion, and positive long-term outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Undertaking holistic assessments of children with disabilities, including statutory assessments under the Children Act
* Developing and reviewing care and support plans, including Child in Need and Child Protection plans
* Working in close partnership with families, schools, health professionals, and voluntary services
* Preparing clear, evidence-based reports for reviews, panels, and court where required
* Advocating for children’s rights and ensuring their voices are central to care planning
* Participating in multi-agency safeguarding processes and strategy discussions
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Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* A recognised Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW, etc.)
* Registration with Social Work England
* At least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience within children's social care, ideally with CWD experience
* A strong understanding of SEND legislation, disability rights, and safeguarding protocols
* Excellent communication, risk assessment, and care planning skills
* The ability to work with empathy, resilience, and cultural sensitivity under pressure
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Working Hours & Contract Details:
* Full-time hours (37.5 per week)
* Monday to Friday schedule
* 6-month rolling contract with ongoing extension potential
* Stable team with excellent leadership and support
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Why Work with Hunter Gatherer Social Work?
We’re a trusted partner to Social Workers across the UK, offering access to exclusive locum roles in the NHS and local authorities.
✔ Fast & easy registration process
✔ Weekly payroll
✔ Experienced, dedicated consultants
✔ Access to exclusive and high-paying roles
✔ £250 referral bonus when you recommend a colleague
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Don’t miss out on this opportunity.
Contact Eric Lopes today on 0203 475 4175 or email elopes@hg-mh.com to apply or find out more.
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