North West England

40 - 40 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

Reference 2689

Senior Social Worker – Children with Disabilities | Rochdale Council

Position: Senior Social Worker
Team: Children with Disabilities
Contract: Locum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Contact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com

Sheldon Phillips are working in partnership with Rochdale Council to recruit a Senior Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team on a locum basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about working with disabled children and young people, and who can navigate both disability and safeguarding pathways with confidence.

The Children with Disabilities Team manages cases where the child’s disability is the primary factor impacting on outcomes and planning. The team works holistically with families, providing both support services and protection where needed, including Short Break assessments, Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings.

What You Can Expect:

A welcoming and experienced team with strong service values
Holistic approach to disability and safeguarding
Involvement in diverse casework including short breaks, CIN, CP, and court
Opportunities to work with Cared for Children, including those under Section 20 and Care Orders
A stable local authority with clear structures and experienced management
Reflective supervision and opportunities to share expertise

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assess children with diagnosed disabilities and/or complex health needs
Carry out Short Break assessments and plan appropriate support packages
Hold cases involving Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children
Complete statutory assessments, risk analysis, and child-focused plans
Manage cases within Public Law Outline and contribute to court proceedings as needed
Liaise with families, schools, health, and voluntary agencies to ensure joined-up support
Maintain clear, timely and evidence-based recording
Ensure plans meet statutory requirements and promote positive outcomes for disabled children

Requirements:

Social Work England (SWE) Registration
Recognised Social Work qualification
Experience working in Children with Disabilities teams or similar services
Sound knowledge of safeguarding, disability legislation, and care planning frameworks
Confidence managing a varied and complex caseload
Strong communication, assessment and report-writing skills