Senior Social Worker - Children's

Description:

Our client Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker - Children's to join their Children with Disabilities Team.

Purpose of the Role

To provide a high-quality social work service to children and young people with disabilities and their families, promoting their welfare, safeguarding their wellbeing, and supporting positive outcomes. The post holder will manage a caseload of complex cases and work in partnership with families, colleagues, and partner agencies to deliver child-centred interventions.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake assessments of children and families in line with statutory requirements and relevant legislation.
Develop, implement, and review child-focused plans using a strengths-based approach, including Signs of Safety methodology.
Manage a caseload of children with disabilities, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions and decision-making.
Work collaboratively with families, education, health services, and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children.
Promote participation and ensure the voices of children and young people influence assessment, planning, and review processes.
Prepare and present detailed reports for statutory reviews, child protection conferences, panels, and court proceedings where required.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with departmental policies and professional standards.
Fulfil all statutory duties relating to safeguarding, child protection, children in need, and looked after children as applicable.
Support and mentor less experienced colleagues, contributing to team development and best practice