Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Short Break Service for Children with Disabilities Team within Halton Council. We are looking for a Social Worker who shares our commitment to provide services that enable families of children with disabilities to have an improved quality of life within their communities. You will have a key role in assessing the needs of disabled children who have complex needs, producing a robust, person centred, Child in Need plan and supporting them to access short break services.

Key Responsibilities: Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions.

• Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions.
• Lead and manage complex care planning for disabled children and their families, ensuring packages are tailored to individual needs and promote safety, inclusion, and positive outcomes.
• Coordinate and oversee joint-funded care packages, working collaboratively with health, education, and other partners to ensure integrated support.
• Provide professional leadership within the team, supporting colleagues through mentoring, reflective supervision, and promoting evidence-informed practice.
• Work collaboratively with providers, health professionals, schools, and voluntary agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to short breaks.
• Chair meetings and provide expert advice in multi-agency forums, ensuring safeguarding and best practice standards are upheld.
• Support the learning and development of staff and students, creating a positive and reflective learning environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Social Work England registration.
• 3 years perm experience.
• Previous experience of working with children with disabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage caseloads.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.