Social Worker - Disabled Children & Young People Service (0-25)
Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich
Salary: £47,532 - £53,607 (Level 3 - Proficient)
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | Hybrid Working

We're proud to be working in exclusive partnership with Royal Greenwich, a newly rated OUTSTANDING Local Authority (Ofsted, June 2024), to recruit a permanent Social Worker within their innovative Disabled Children and Young People Service (0-25 years).

Why Work in Royal Greenwich?

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OUTSTANDING Ofsted (June 2024) - recognised for exceptional practice with children and young people with SEND

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Sector-leading partnership culture - as noted in the 2023 SEND Local Area Inspection

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£47,532 - £53,607 salary (Level 3 Proficient)

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Full-time permanent role with hybrid working options

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A service that genuinely puts children, young people and families first

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Clear routes for progression and specialisation

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Access to integrated teams, including Children's OT and Short Breaks

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Exciting service development projects - you'll help shape new 0-25 pathways

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Strong CPD offer and leadership support

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A values-driven, inclusive team culture committed to positive, personalised outcomes

About the Role

In this role, you'll join a creative and experienced team delivering statutory work across:

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Child in Need (CIN)

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Child Protection (CP)

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Children in our Care (CiC)

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Care Act (for young people aged 18+)

You'll work directly with disabled children and young people and their families, helping to support, protect, and empower them as they move through key stages - including transitions to adulthood.

You'll be part of a multi-disciplinary setup, including Occupational Therapists and a growing Short Breaks Service, allowing for truly joined-up working. This is a rare chance to broaden your expertise across both Children's and Adults' frameworks, in a borough known for putting SEND families at the heart of their strategy.

About You

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Social Worker who brings:

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Social Work England registration

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A recognised Social Work qualification

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Experience in statutory settings (Children's or Adults')

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A strong interest in SEND practice, inclusion, and transitions

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Commitment to person-centred planning and multi-agency working

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A reflective, strengths-based approach to achieving outcomes for young people and families

Apply now, no lengthy forms, just send your CV. We'll do the rest