Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team

North Yorkshire County Council

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$38,220–$42,839 Per Year
SKILLS
Child and Youth Services, Communication Skills, Disability Accommodations, English Language, Fitness, Futures, Learning Disabilities, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Social Work, Special Needs, Team Player, Technical Support
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
3 days ago

Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team Salary: £38,220 to £42,839 per annum pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours/working pattern: Part time

  • Salary: £38,220 to £42,839 per annum pro rata

Grade: JK

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part time - 18.5 hours

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

 

 

North Yorkshire Council's Children's Services have a national reputation for excellence, and we are now pleased to be offering the opportunity to join our highly acclaimed service and help us continue to offer excellent provision. We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Disabled Children's Service.  We also welcome those who are looking to relocate.

 

The Role

 

You will be working in a team that is constantly trying to improve outcomes for safeguarding disabled children and supporting their families. You will be based in a specialist team of social workers providing support and advice to children and young people with significant learning and physical disabilities aged 0-18 and their families.

 

The team is committed to work with children and their families/carers, using a range of solution focussed, strength-based relationship practice models. The DC&YPS provide services which follow from specific legislation, including the Children Act 1989, the Children Act 2004, CSDPA 1970, the Care Act 2014 and the Short Breaks Guidance. We are committed to providing good quality services to support severely disabled children, young people and their families.

 

There will be a requirement to manage Looked after children case work, safeguarding and court work, dependant on knowledge and skills     

 

Key Requirements:

 

  •           Must hold a relevant Social Work qualification (DIPSW, CQSW, Masters, or Degree in Social Work).
  •           Able to demonstrate skills and knowledge aligned with the job specification.
  •           Passionate about working with disabled young people and committed to creating brighter futures for them.
  •           Must be registered with Social Work England.
  •           Confident spoken communication skills required.
  •           Proficient use of the English language is essential for this role.
  •           Access to a car along with a full clean licence.

 

Why Join Us?

 

  •           Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years' service - plus public holidays.
  •           Pension Scheme: Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
  •           Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.
  •           Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
  •           And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.

 

As a council we are very much committed to encouraging flexible working for our employees, including using modern technologies to support agile ways of working, alongside office-based working.

 

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Claire Young on Claire Young Claire.Young@northyorks.gov.uk

 

Key documents

Job Description

Total Rewards Brochure

 

 

Key dates

Closing date: Sunday 19th July 2026

Interview date: W/C 27th July 2026

 

 

An enhanced DBS is required for this post.

 

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

 

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.

 

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: www.northyorks.gov.uk/advice-your-job-application

 

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Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team

Salary: £38,220 to £42,839 per annum pro rata

Grade: JK

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part time - 18.5 hours

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire Council's Children's Services have a national reputation for excellence, and we are now pleased to be offering the opportunity to join our highly acclaimed service and help us continue to offer excellent provision. We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Disabled Children's Service. We also welcome those who are looking to relocate.

The Role

You will be working in a team that is constantly trying to improve outcomes for safeguarding disabled children and supporting their families. You will be based in a specialist team of social workers providing support and advice to children and young people with significant learning and physical disabilities aged 0-18 and their families.

The team is committed to work with children and their families/carers, using a range of solution focussed, strength-based relationship practice models. The DC&YPS provide services which follow from specific legislation, including the Children Act 1989, the Children Act 2004, CSDPA 1970, the Care Act 2014 and the Short Breaks Guidance. We are committed to providing good quality services to support severely disabled children, young people and their families.

There will be a requirement to manage Looked after children case work, safeguarding and court work, dependant on knowledge and skills

Key Requirements:

  • Must hold a relevant Social Work qualification (DIPSW, CQSW, Masters, or Degree in Social Work).
  • Able to demonstrate skills and knowledge aligned with the job specification.
  • Passionate about working with disabled young people and committed to creating brighter futures for them.
  • Must be registered with Social Work England.
  • Confident spoken communication skills required.
  • Proficient use of the English language is essential for this role.
  • Access to a car along with a full clean licence.

Why Join Us?

  • Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years' service - plus public holidays.
  • Pension Scheme: Save for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.
  • Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.
  • And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.

As a council we are very much committed to encouraging flexible working for our employees, including using modern technologies to support agile ways of working, alongside office-based working.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Claire Young on Claire Young Claire.Young@northyorks.gov.uk

Key documents

Job Description

Total Rewards Brochure

Key dates

Closing date: Sunday 19th July 2026

Interview date: W/C 27th July 2026

An enhanced DBS is required for this post.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.

Using AI? Please follow our guidance to ensure your application reflects your own knowledge and experience: www.northyorks.gov.uk/advice-your-job-application

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Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team

Salary: £38,220 - £42,839

Posted: 01/07/2026

Closing date: 19/07/2026

Closing time: 23:59

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