Job Title: Children with Disabilities Social Worker

Location: Cheshire
Salary: £38.18 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing Locum Contract
Working Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team within a supportive local authority in Cheshire. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with complex needs and their families.

You will manage a caseload of children and young people aged 0-18 with a diagnosed disability, working within statutory frameworks to assess, plan, and deliver targeted support. Your work will involve multi-agency collaboration, safeguarding responsibilities, and ensuring outcomes that promote the child's welfare, development, and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews for children with disabilities.

Manage a varied caseload, ensuring all statutory duties are fulfilled.

Work in partnership with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies.

Attend Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC) meetings.

Prepare clear, evidence-based reports and case notes.

Promote independence, inclusion, and person-centred planning for children and families.

Ensure timely and appropriate safeguarding actions are taken where necessary.

Requirements:

Social Work qualification (BA/BSc/MA Social Work, DipSW or equivalent).

Current registration with Social Work England (SWE).

Previous experience working within a CWD or statutory children's team.

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989/2004 and SEND Code of Practice.

Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills.

Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate of £38.18.

Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options may be considered).

Supportive team and management.

Ongoing contract offering stability and continuity