Details of the work to be carried out:
Working with children with disabilities and their families, completing Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need and CP statutory work. There may be some instances of covering work with Cared for Children.
Working in a large team that covers all of Westmorland and Furness. The team is split between Eden, Kendal, and Barrow; however, work needed to cover is in the Barrow area and South Lakes area.
Joint working with health and education colleagues is essential.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
1. Knowledge of children with disabilities work preferred.
2. Experience with Direct Payments and EHCPs is beneficial; however, support can be given.
Reporting Structure:
1. Reporting procedure to the Team Manager.
2. Milestones for completion of particular projects.
3. Services may need to be provided to other bodies.
Ideally, the role requires 2 days in Barrow and 1 day in Kendal. Hybrid working is possible, but presence in the area for duty cover and visits is necessary.
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