Midlands

Children's Services

Contract

24/03/2026

Reference 3160

Herefordshire | Locum | Up to £33.30 per hour | Hybrid Working

Herefordshire Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with complex needs, supporting them and their families to achieve positive outcomes.

You will be part of a supportive team environment, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions while promoting independence, safety, and wellbeing for children with disabilities.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage a caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs
  • Undertake Child and Family Assessments and statutory visits
  • Develop and review Child in Need, Child Protection, and where applicable, Looked After Children plans
  • Work closely with families, carers, and multi-agency partners
  • Promote positive outcomes through strengths-based and child-centred practice
  • Maintain accurate and high-quality case recordings

What You’ll Need:

  • Social Work England Registration
  • Social Work Qualification
  • Experience working within a Children with Disabilities team or with complex needs
  • Strong assessment, communication, and multi-agency working skills
  • Ability to manage risk and deliver effective interventions

What You Can Expect:

  • Competitive rate of up to £33.30 per hour
  • Hybrid working arrangements (discussed at interview)
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • ASAP start available
  • Opportunity to make a real impact in a specialist service

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Social Worker – Children with Disabilities role in Herefordshire, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply).

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