Senior Social Worker

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – SEND Team
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Hourly Rate: £33.30
Type: Full-time | Ongoing Contract

Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker with a passion for making a real impact in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? This ongoing locum opportunity in Wolverhampton offers a competitive £33.30 per hour
, working within a progressive and supportive council that champions innovative practice and holistic care.

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to manage your schedule and take on assignments that suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: Your expertise and dedication are rewarded with an attractive hourly rate.
• Career Development: Access continual professional development opportunities and work within an award-winning local authority.
• Supportive Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking, community-driven team that values your insights and ideas.

• Lead Direct Practice: Engage families in meaningful discussions and design bespoke interventions that reflect each child’s individual needs.
• Utilise SEND
  
  Experience:
  
  Apply your in-depth knowledge in working with children with disabilities, managing assessments, care planning, and urgent interventions.
• Prevent Escalation: Deliver targeted interventions aimed at reducing the need for escalated statutory involvement.
• Collaborate Across Services: Lead multi‑agency planning meetings, ensuring coordinated and effective support for families.
• Apply Legislative Knowledge: Confidently apply child protection legislation and safeguarding protocols in all aspects of your work.
• Implement the Graduated Model: Adapt Wolverhampton’s innovative early intervention framework to help families at every level of need.
• Support Transitions: Champion preparation for adulthood, ensuring young people with SEND experience smooth transitions into independence.
• Champion Reflective Practice: Take part in reflective supervision and contribute to the team’s ongoing learning and problem‑solving culture.

Wolverhampton is a thriving, diverse city known for its welcoming community, excellent transport links, and rich cultural scene. With continuous investment in regeneration and education, it offers exciting opportunities for both professional advancement and an excellent quality of life. Join a local authority committed to innovation and inclusion, and enjoy being part of a city that values progress and people.

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