Children with Disabilities Social Worker

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Short Break Service for Children with Disabilities Team within Halton Borough Council. We are looking to appoint a specialist Social Worker who shares our commitment to provide services that enable families of children with disabilities to have an improved quality of life within their communities. You will have a key role in assessing the needs of disabled children who have complex needs, producing a robust, person centred, Child in Need plan and supporting them to access short break services.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions.
Lead and manage complex care planning for disabled children and their families, ensuring packages are tailored to individual needs and promote safety, inclusion, and positive outcomes.
Coordinate and oversee joint-funded care packages, working collaboratively with health, education, and other partners to ensure integrated support.
Provide professional leadership within the team, supporting colleagues through mentoring, reflective supervision, and promoting evidence-informed practice.
Work collaboratively with providers, health professionals, schools, and voluntary agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to short breaks.
Chair meetings and provide expert advice in multi-agency forums, ensuring safeguarding and best practice standards are upheld.
Support the learning and development of staff and students, creating a positive and reflective learning environment.Qualifications & Experience:

Social Work England registration.
3 years perm experience.
Previous experience of working with children with disabilities
Ability to work under pressure and manage caseloads.Why join us?

Free DBS and compliance support - We'll help you navigate the compliance process at no additional cost.
Weekly payment.
Exclusive job opportunities - Access specialist Social Work vacancies that may not be available through other agencies.
Dedicated specialist consultant - Receive personalised support from a consultant with extensive knowledge of the Social Work sector.Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed