Location
London Borough of Bromley - Civic Centre Bromley and working from home (Hybrid)

Hours
Full-time, 5 days per week

Salary
Social Worker: £41,476 - £49,624 FTE plus £1,000 Golden Hello and £1,500 Annual Retention Allowance
Senior Practitioner: £46,952 - £55,749 FTE plus £2,000 Golden Hello and £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance

About the Role
The London Borough of Bromley is seeking to appoint either a Social Worker or a Senior Practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities Team within the 0-25 Service for Children and Young People with Disabilities. This team includes Occupational Therapy, Preparing for Adulthood, and Short Breaks services, supporting children aged 0-18 and their families.

The role involves managing a mixed caseload including safeguarding, child and family assessments, court work, duty, and children looked after. You will work with children who have severe and profound disabilities and/or complex health needs, providing short breaks for eligible children.

You will report to a Team Manager and be part of a busy, friendly, and hard-working team committed to making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities. Collaboration with Education, Health, and other teams is essential.

Flexible working arrangements include a hybrid model with an expectation to be in the office two days per week and undertake face-to-face visits to families. Caseloads are manageable to ensure quality support.

Benefits include a merited pay scheme, 30 days annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme participation, free car parking at Bromley Civic Centre, mileage claims for business trips, relocation allowance for eligible candidates, and a range of salary sacrifice schemes and discounts.

The London Borough of Bromley is committed to equal opportunities, disability confidence, and is a Forces Family friendly employer.

Experience
Applicants must have a good breadth of knowledge with essential safeguarding experience. Previous experience working with children with disabilities is advantageous. Experience in child development and family functioning is required.

About you
Committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children, able to manage a mixed caseload, work collaboratively with multi-agency teams, and demonstrate a proactive and compassionate approach to social work.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England.