Locum Safeguarding Qualified Social Worker
Dudley, West Midlands
Social Worker – Children with Disabilities
Brief Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities Team at Dudley Council on a 3-month locum contract. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities by providing support that promotes safety, independence, and wellbeing.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality assessments, care planning, and interventions that are outcome-focused, strengths-based, and tailored to the individual needs of children and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with children and young people with disabilities and their families to assess needs and develop effective, person-centred support plans.
- Undertake Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC) work as appropriate.
- Ensure that all assessments and plans are compliant with statutory requirements under the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.
- Collaborate with health professionals, education providers, and voluntary sector partners to coordinate holistic care and support packages.
- Promote inclusion, independence, and participation for children with disabilities within their families and communities.
- Contribute to the development of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and ensure that multi-agency working supports children’s overall outcomes.
- Undertake safeguarding enquiries and ensure that children at risk are protected through timely, proportionate, and effective interventions.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records, ensuring all casework meets legal and procedural standards.
- Participate in supervision, reflective discussions, and training to enhance professional learning and ensure high standards of practice.
About You
You are a skilled and empathetic social worker with a strong understanding of the unique needs of children with disabilities and their families. You bring excellent assessment and communication skills, a collaborative approach to multi-agency working, and a commitment to promoting positive change and outcomes for children in Dudley.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Substantial post-qualified experience within children’s social care, ideally in a Children with Disabilities or complex needs team.
- Good knowledge of the Children Act 1989, Care Act 2014, and relevant safeguarding legislation.
- Experience in managing CIN, CP, and LAC cases within statutory settings.
- Ability to carry out holistic assessments and develop person-centred support plans.
- Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to build effective relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Commitment to reflective practice, inclusion, and continuous professional development.
Contract & Salary
- Job Type: Locum
- Location: Dudley
- Service Area: Children with Disabilities
- Contract Length: 3 months
- Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Working Pattern: Hybrid / Office-based as required
How to Apply
If you are an experienced and compassionate Social Worker with a passion for supporting children with disabilities and their families, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply using the form on the page.