Children with Disabilities

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(Permanent) Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (CWD) Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council Poplar Bank, Huyton, Knowsley, Merseyside, L36 9GD Hybrid Working: 3 days office-based / 2 days home-based Salary: £42,839 - £44,075 per annumAbout the RoleKnowsley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families.The CWD Team is responsible for undertaking statutory assessments where there are safeguarding concerns or where a child is considered to be at risk of significant harm, with a specific focus on children with disabilities.Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children with disabilities who have safeguarding needs
Undertake Single Assessments within 35 days of referral
Progress referrals received from the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children
Produce high-quality assessments, reports, and care plans in line with statutory guidance
Maintain accurate and timely case records

About the TeamReferrals are received via the MASH team and allocated to a qualified social worker, who leads the assessment process. You will be supported by experienced managers and work within a service that values reflective practice, professional development, and strong multi-agency working.Essential Requirements

Qualified Social Worker status (Social Work England registered)
Eligibility to work in the UK
Completion of a Criminal Convictions Declaration
Agreement to and compliance with a Confidentiality Agreement

Why Work for Knowsley?

Competitive salary and local government benefits
Flexible hybrid working arrangement
Supportive management and team culture
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
The chance to make a real impact in a specialist area of social work

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Location:: Liverpool
Job Type:: FullTime
Category:: Healthcare & Medical

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