Social Work Assistant - Children with Disabilities Team

Job Introduction

Children's Specialist Social Work Assistant – Children with Disabilities Team

Would you like to work for an 'Outstanding' Local Authority, with an established management team committed to developing excellent practice and ensuring that our staff receive the very best support?

37 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children's Specialist Social Work Assistant within the Children with Disabilities Team.

This is an opportunity to join a service that is reshaping the way we deliver support throughout a child's journey. We achieve this by working with children, young people and their families to identify social care needs and develop a holistic network of support that delivers positive outcomes and enables children and young people to reach their full potential.

The Children with Disabilities Service supports children and young people aged 0 to 17 years with complex health, medical and learning disabilities, and their families. The service is made up of a range of professionals, including:

• Social Workers
• Social Work Assistants
• Short Break Co-ordinator
• Direct Payment Officer
• Occupational Therapy Team

The Children with Disabilities Team works with children and young people whose disabilities impact on their opportunities to be safe, develop skills for life and actively participate in their local community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the planning, implementation and review of social care support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Many of the children and young people supported by the team have complex health needs, requiring effective partnership working and a person-centred approach.

You will work directly with children, young people and their families, ensuring that their views, wishes and feelings are heard and considered in all aspects of assessment, planning and review. An integral part of the role is effective multi-agency working with colleagues and partners across health, education and social care services to ensure coordinated and appropriate support.

Applicants must have experience and knowledge of working with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and be able to build positive working relationships with their families. You will also need good literacy skills and hold:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above), or
• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or an equivalent qualification.

Telford & Wrekin Council takes seriously its responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people entrusted to our care, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

We ensure staff receive high-quality supervision, work within supportive teams and have access to reflective systemic consultations, training and development opportunities. Additionally, we are committed to achieving high standards and securing the very best outcomes for children and young people through proactive, child-focused support planning.

Above all, we value and listen to the voices of children and young people and shape our services around their needs.

Our dedicated practitioners are at the heart of our ambitious approach to improving outcomes for children and families in Telford and Wrekin. That's why, from tailored in-house training to opportunities through the West Midlands Teaching Partnership, we are committed to supporting your professional development and helping you reach your full potential.

If you share our passion for making a difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about the role, please click on the links below to view the Job Description and Person Specification.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Posts working with children or vulnerable groups will be subject to an appropriate criminal records check.

If you have any queries, please contact Kate Wright on 01952 567361 or email Katherine.Wright@telford.gov.uk

For more information about working for Telford & Wrekin Children's Social Care, please visit:

https://www.telford.gov.uk/cscr

Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification.

A CV template is available if you do not already have a CV.

We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

What we offer:

• We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy.
• Flexible working & career progression
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support
• Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments.

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.