Children with Disabilities Team - Experienced Social Worker

CHESHIRE East; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking skilled Social Workers to support children with disabilities and their families. The role involves completing reviews of care packages, developing support plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in social work and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary range of £40,476-46,581

37 hours working week with flexible scheduling

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Comprehensive training pathway

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children and young people with disabilities.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting vulnerable children and families.
• Experience in developing holistic support plans.

Responsibilities

• Completing reviews of care packages and developing holistic support plans.
• Working closely with colleagues and multi-agency partners to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Liaising with partners for efficient service provision.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Collaborative work with multi-agency partners

Education

Strong background in social work

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and their families? Cheshire East are seeking skilled Social Workers to join our Children with Disability Service. We are looking for proactive candidates with excellent communication skills who can work autonomously and in partnership with health colleagues.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, enthusiasm, and excellent communication skills, with a passion for working with children and young people with disabilities. The role requires the ability to work autonomously and in collaboration with other agencies to deliver effective services.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our children, their families, and caregivers. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for completing reviews of care packages, developing creative support plans, and ensuring that the voice of the child is at the centre of all planning.

Key responsibilities

• Completing reviews of care packages and developing holistic support plans
• Working closely with colleagues and multi-agency partners to ensure seamless service delivery
• Liaising with partners within and outside the council to ensure efficient and effective service provision

About Cheshire East

Cheshire East is an amazing place to live and work. As one of the largest employers in the borough, we offer a wide range of challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Our vision is to create a place where people understand, respect, and celebrate each other's differences. We have introduced restorative practice as our approach to working with children and their families as well as with each other, to ensure relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

We value our employees and offer a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and development.

Employee benefits

• A competitive salary range of £40,476-46,581 per annum
• 37 hours working week with flexible scheduling options
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent employee rewards and benefits
• Access to our staff well-being offer
• Comprehensive training pathway

Safeguarding, equality and applications

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. An Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this role. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our local communities.

How to apply

If you require further information or an informal chat please get in contact with us at
www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits.aspx