Designated Social Care Officer

Designated Social Care Officer

Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Salary: £44,711 - £46,731

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: Tuesday 04 March 2025

Integrated Front Door - Transforming Young Lives

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with special education needs and disability (SEND), particularly at an Early Help level?

Our dedicated Early Help SEND team, within our ' Outstanding ' Children's services, is on the lookout for a passionate Assistant Team Manager who also acts as the Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO).

Wiltshire's unique approach to the role encompasses the innovation and collaboration we have adopted. We are a strong Local Area Partnership with a vision to promote the right help at the right time for children living in Wiltshire. As DSCO you will be the link between early help, social care and SEND. You will have direct line management responsibility of 3 Early Help SEND advisors within our Integrated Front Door as well as ensuring that statutory responsibilities are met.

Your dedication will be a driving force for positive change, shaping a brighter future for those in need. To apply, you will need to hold a Social Work degree, or equivalent, and valid registration with Social Work England. Proven experience in social care, and a strong understanding of the legislative requirements of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and Children and Families Act (2014) will be essential. To thrive in this role, you will have excellent communication skills, the ability to set priorities for team members, risk management and analytical skills, and a demonstrable commitment to the safeguarding and protection of children and young people.

If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children in Wiltshire, apply today!

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Clare Smith, Service Manager for IFD, at , or call .

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

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