Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team, Reading Council
The Talent Crowd
Reading, Berkshire
Salary
£0 to £79,040
Contract
Contract
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Qualified Social Worker, you'll work with children with disabilities in Reading Council, supporting their families and helping them access services. This role suits someone who enjoys working with vulnerable children and families, and is comfortable with complex situations. You'll need to be a good communicator and problem solver. This is a contract role, so you'll need to be flexible and able to commit to a full-time schedule.
What you'll need
- You'll need to be a qualified social worker with experience in a similar role.
- You should have a good understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
- You'll need to be able to work with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- You should be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, families, and other professionals.
- You'll need to be able to manage complex situations and make sound decisions.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or taking on a part-time role to gain experience in social work before applying.
- Make sure you're familiar with the National Framework for Children and Young People's Continuing Care.
- Practice your communication skills by taking a course or attending workshops.
- Get experience working with children and families with disabilities by taking on a placement or volunteering.
- Review your CV and make sure it highlights your relevant experience and skills.
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Job description
Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team, Reading Council Pay rate to £38 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Children with Disabilities Team in Reading Council. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Loo…
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Adzuna
First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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