Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disabilities (Hemel)
Location: Apsley 1, Brindley Way, Hemel Hempstead
Pay: 39.00 per hour
Contract: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Hybrid Working: Minimum 3 days on-site
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the 0-25 Together Service, supporting children with disabilities and their families. This is a maternity cover role requiring strong assessment and case management skills, with a focus on safeguarding and multi-agency collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and investigate referrals for children with disabilities and complete assessments.
- Assess safety and risk, developing safety plans where necessary.
- Prepare paperwork for resource allocation panels.
- Work collaboratively with agencies including schools, mental health providers, and legal teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation and produce clear reports for decision-making.
- Provide practical advice on long-term implications of care plans.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualified Social Worker with minimum 3 years' post-qualifying experience.
- Strong assessment and court experience.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multi-agency teams.
- Must be a car driver with access to own transport.
For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
