Barnet | Locum | £38.50 per hour | Hybrid Working
Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team. This is a specialist frontline role supporting children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes.
You will manage complex cases while providing guidance to less experienced colleagues and contributing to high-quality, relationship-based practice.
In this role, you will:
Manage a complex caseload of children with disabilities and additional needs
Undertake Child and Family Assessments and statutory visits
Develop and review Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children plans
Work closely with families, carers, schools, and health professionals
Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes
Provide support and mentoring to less experienced Social Workers
Maintain high-quality reports and accurate case recordings
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Children with Disabilities services
Confidence managing complex and high-risk cases
Ability to support and mentor others
Excellent assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Children with Disabilities role in Barnet, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
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