Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

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This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

Were looking for social workers who share our values professionals who are passionate, resilient and committed to making a real difference for children and families. You'll be someone who thinks creatively, acts with compassion, and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for those you support.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities Team

We are looking for a qualified childrens services Social Worker, ideally with experience in safeguarding, who can undertake varied and diverse case management and exceptional quality assessments in a timely accurate manner, with a child centred approach.

You will be confident in consistent high-quality service delivery, where you will demonstrate and improve outcomes for our children and young people, with your skills at supporting a culture of excellence and good practice in an inclusive environment.

You will be able to form, develop and maintain strong professional internal and external relationships and engage in multi-agency partnership working with education and health, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills on all levels.

We know and understand that being a social worker is hard work and challenging at times, thats why we reward you with a very attractive employment offer.

When you join us, you'll be supported every step of the way by:

A stable and visible management team

A strong team ethos built on collaboration and mutual respect

Access to our Childrens Learning and Development Academy, providing high-quality professional development opportunities

About us

Stoke-on-Trent is a city on the rise, brimming with potential and positive change. Recently recognised as the best area in the country for economic growth and one of the most culturally vibrant places to live by the Sunday Times, were also proud to be among the greenest cities in the UK, with vast green spaces and beautiful parks.

Our organisation is powered by a dedicated team of passionate and ambitious council members and officers who are excited about shaping a bright future for Stoke-on-Trent, with children at its heart. There's a strong sense of unity here, and with the arrival of our new Corporate Director and Directors for children and family services, we're adding fresh energy to our already strong vision for the future.

As a member of our team, you'll play a vital role in placing children at the heart of everything we do. Yes, the work is challenging, but its also incredibly rewarding, diverse, and engaging. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to influence and shape how we operate, supported by a committed and dedicated team that is fully invested in doing their best for the children of Stoke-on-Trent.

Job Purpose

To ensure that eligible children receive assessments, plans and service packages appropriate to meet their needs and improve their life chances. To support peers by sharing knowledge and experience that can enhance their learning. To support, assess and mentor Newly Qualified Social Workers and Social Work Students as directed by the Principal Manager. To deputise for the Principal Manager as required.

Strategic Management

1. To ensure that children, young people and their families are fully involved in the process of assessment and care planning.

2. Work to the agreed practice standards for the service

3. Meet Social Work England registration and re-registration requirements and professional practice standards

4.Help families to keep their children safe and where this is not possible, take appropriate action to safeguard them.

5. To safeguard and promote the health and well-being of children and young people and support families and carers across Stoke-on-Trent by working with children and young people and their families appropriate to their experience, skills and knowledge.

6. Ensure that the departments and authoritys resources are deployed efficiently and effectively at all times.

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