Designated Social Care Officer- DSCO

Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking an experienced social worker to join them as Designated Social Care Officer.

Fantastic payrate of £46 per hour!

Are you an experienced Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community?

Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

• Support the organisation in meeting statutory duties and responsibilities in relation to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Provide expert advice and professional oversight across Children's Social Care in relation to SEND legislation and practice.
• Contribute to and quality assure Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and EHCPs, ensuring statutory compliance and high-quality outcomes.
• Act as a professional advisor to Assistant Directors and Heads of Service on SEND-related matters.
• Identify gaps in service knowledge and expertise and support the development and delivery of training and service improvement activity.
• Contribute to de-escalation processes and key projects involving children and young people with complex needs.
• Influence service design and strategic development through specialist SEND knowledge.
• This is a non-case-holding role.

Requirements of this role

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Must have minimum of 3 year's experience working as a Qualified social worker
• Strong knowledge and experience of SEND, including relevant legislation and statutory guidance.

Benefits of working through Reed, include:

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
• Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
• Free CV building and Interview support.
• Free DBS checks.
• Weekly payroll.
• PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
• CPD contributions.
• Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
• Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.

Does this role interest you? Apply today!