Senior Social Worker - Children With Disabilities (cwd) Team in Camden, London

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s (Children with Disabilities / SEND)
Location: Camden, UK
Salary: £39.04 per hour
Type: Ongoing (Full Time)

Perks and benefits

• Full-Time Role: Work full‑time hours, providing stability and continuity in complex case management.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £39.04 per hour, reflecting your senior‑level expertise and responsibilities.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative service where reflective practice and supervision are embedded in day‑to‑day work.
• Specialist Training: Access targeted training in disability, SEND, and safeguarding to enhance your professional skillset.
• Career Progression: Benefit from opportunities for development and advancement within Children’s Services.

Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join Camden’s Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. You will support children with complex needs and their families, delivering high‑quality statutory social work and contributing to positive, long‑term outcomes through multi‑agency collaboration.

What you will do

• Manage a complex caseload including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children cases.
• Carry out statutory assessments in line with current legislation and local authority procedures.
• Develop, review, and implement care plans and associated documentation.
• Lead Section 47 enquiries and facilitate strategy discussions where required.
• Work collaboratively with education, health, and wider partner agencies to provide integrated support.
• Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices and needs are central to all decision‑making.
• Mentor junior social workers and students, promoting professional development and best practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and produce high‑quality reports for meetings and court processes.
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives within the CWD service.

Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, BA/MA Social Work).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 3 years post‑qualified experience in Children’s Social Care, with a strong focus on Children with Disabilities.
• Solid understanding of safeguarding, Child Protection, and legislation including the Children Act.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and report‑writing skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Senior Social Worker or Advanced Practitioner.
• Familiarity with case management systems such as Mosaic or Liquidlogic.
• Experience mentoring or supervising staff.

Why Camden

Camden is a vibrant and diverse borough offering a rich blend of culture, community, and professional opportunity. With strong Children’s Services, excellent transport links, and a commitment to inclusive, child‑centred practice, Camden provides an outstanding environment for social workers seeking meaningful impact and career growth. Working in Camden allows you to support families in one of London’s most dynamic communities while enjoying a high quality of life.

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Apply now to join the Senior Social Worker – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team in Camden and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.