Social Worker – Disabilities (Grade 8)

Job Description

Social Worker

Service Area

Children’s Services / Adults’ Services (as applicable)

Directorate

People’s Services

Engagement Type

Agency Worker

IR35 Status

Inside IR35

Reporting To

Team Manager

Location

Local Authority Offices / Hybrid (service dependent)

Job Purpose

To deliver a high-quality statutory social work service in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and Department for Education (DfE) regulations. The post holder will manage a caseload of children, young people, adults, and/or families (service dependent), undertaking assessments, planning, intervention, and review to promote safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Statutory Social Work Practice
   • Undertake statutory assessments, interventions, and reviews in line with legislative frameworks and local authority procedures.
   • Develop and implement outcome-focused plans that promote safety, independence, and wellbeing.
   • Maintain clear, accurate, and timely case records on the authority’s case management system.
2. Safeguarding & Risk Management
   • Identify, assess, and manage risk appropriately.
   • Undertake safeguarding enquiries and contribute to protection planning where required.
   • Apply relevant legislation and statutory guidance consistently and defensibly.
3. Case Management
   • Manage a complex caseload, prioritising work to meet statutory timescales.
   • Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, panels, and court where applicable.
   • Work effectively with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies.
4. Multi-Agency Working
   • Work collaboratively with health, education, housing, police, and voluntary sector partners.
   • Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, reviews, and conferences.
   • Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
5. Professional Standards & Governance
   • Practice in accordance with professional standards, ethical frameworks, and organisational policies.
   • Engage in supervision, reflective practice, and service development activities.
   • Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and sound decision-making.

Mandatory Compliance & Eligibility Requirements

• DfE Notice Period Compliance: The worker must understand and comply with the mandatory 4-week notice period, in line with DfE regulations.
• Post-Qualification Experience (PQE): Minimum 2 years post-ASYE experience – essential; Minimum 3 years permanent post-qualification experience (PQE) – essential.
• Rate Confirmation: The agency must confirm the submitted pay rate at the point of submission.

Qualifications & Registration

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Right to work in the UK.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice.
• Proven experience managing complex cases within statutory social work services.
• Strong assessment, analysis, and care planning skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with service users, families, and professionals.
• High-quality report writing and case recording skills.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, reliable, and accountable.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Ethical and reflective practitioner.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.

Additional Information

• This role is subject to full agency compliance checks.
• All statutory and DfE requirements must be met prior to commencement.
• Assignment continuation is subject to performance, service need, and compliance with notice requirements.

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