Qualified Social Worker - Children With Disabilities - Southampton
We are looking to recruit a Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Team within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Southampton is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Southampton City Council.
Main duties include:
* You will work with children, their families, and other agencies to meet their assessed needs and support them to achieve their potential.
* Include assessment, planning, and interventions with Children in Need, Children Looked After, and Children in need of Protection, as well as young people preparing for adulthood.
* Have a Social Work qualification and an understanding of the impact of disability on children's lives.
* Be passionate about making a difference and able to use creative and personalised approaches alongside the team's Signs of Safety and My Plan approach to achieve positive outcomes for children.
* Work in partnership with disabled children and their families, as well as colleagues in Education, Health, the Voluntary & Community sector, and wider Children's and Lifelong Services.
Benefits of Working with Southampton City Council:
Our Client has free onsite parking with opportunities for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate that exceeds most of the surrounding areas.
Minimum Requirements:
* SWE Registration
* 1 year post-qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
* Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
* Eligibility to work in the UK
Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?
Ackerman Pierce has over 15 years of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We offer a unique experience within the recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.
To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Southampton, please contact George Willett or email your updated CV to us today.
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