Youth Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Norwood Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Social Worker to join our Children and Family Service at Norwood. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering specialist social care assessments and interventions to support neurodivergent children, young people, and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and young people who may be neurodivergent, as well as their families using the service.
  • Maintain relevant knowledge and understanding of safeguarding standards, ensuring compliance with Norwood's policies and procedures for promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as vulnerable young adults.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of individual needs using a strengths-based approach, understanding the impact of neurodiversity, planning appropriate responses in partnership with children and young people and their families.
Requirements
  • A Social Worker Degree or equivalent.
  • Registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
  • Previous experience as a Social Worker either in statutory or voluntary sector Children's Services.
  • Understanding of the multitude of needs faced by neurodivergent children and their families.
  • Sound knowledge of all relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and regulations, specifically in relation to safeguarding children/young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary of £42,000 per annum.
  • Workplace Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with confidence.
  • 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and Jewish festivals where they fall on a working day and work is not permitted (FTE).
  • Employee Assistance Programme: We care about your well-being.
  • £300 When You Introduce a Friend: Spread the word and reap the rewards.
  • Free Eye test & Eyewear allowance.
  • Access to Blue Light discount scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Excellent career progression pathway.


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