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Social Worker- Children with Disabilities
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cheadle Hulme, Borough of Stockport
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
Qualified Social Worker - Children and Young People
Location: Cheadle
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £36,000- £45,000 per annum + benefits
Make a real difference every day as a Qualified Social Worker, supporting children and young adults with complex needs.
We are a nationally recognised provider of expert education and care for children and young people aged 2 to 25 who have the most complex needs and learning difficulties, including sensory impairments, communication disorders, and autism. Our services are based on a single site in Cheadle, fostering a strong sense of community.
We are looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker, ideally with a background in a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting, to join our dedicated team.
About the Role
In this vital role, you will work closely with the Head of Safeguarding to execute the Safeguarding Development and Improvement plan. You will be:
Leading complex case work for both our children and young adults, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and carers.
Making safeguarding your absolute priority, effectively evaluating risk and protective factors to mitigate and manage cases.
Delivering projects and initiatives to strengthen safeguarding knowledge across staff teams and service user groups.
Providing support and training to staff, families, and carers.
Upholding the Social Work England Professional Standards with integrity and respect.
Mentoring and guiding Social Work students on placement.
What You'll Need
Qualified Social Worker with a professional Social Work qualification (Degree or DipSW) — Essential.
Experience in a social care, education, or health setting, executing safeguarding duties in line with relevant legislation.
Proven experience of safeguarding case work with children, adults at risk, and families.
Experience with Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessment and best interest procedures.
Demonstrable working knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures for children and adults (evidenced by relevant CPD/qualifications).
Previous experience of managing complex case work and engaging effectively with multi-disciplinary professionals.
Ability to build professional relationships and set high standards for practice decisions.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
What We Offer You
We are committed to supporting your professional development and well-being. Benefits include:
The chance to make a real, lasting impact on the lives of young people.
Annual Social Work England registration fee paid for qualified social workers.
Strong commitment to support CPD requirements.
A comprehensive health and well-being provision (including Employee Assistance, well-being programs, and Occupational Health).
Free on-site parking and Cycle to Work scheme.
Retail, food, and leisure discount card.
Choice of pension scheme.
Paid Enhanced DBS.
Apply Now
We are an inclusive employer and value diversity. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If you are a dedicated and experienced Social Worker ready to lead best practice in safeguarding, we encourage you to applyBefore You Apply
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