JOB NEWS: South Tyneside Council is hiring a Social Worker (Children with Disabilities Team) in South Tyneside on a Permanent, Full-time basis.

EMPLOYER
South Tyneside Council

LOCATION
South Tyneside

SALARY
£40,444–£48,738 a year

JOB TYPE
Permanent, Full-time

HOURS
37 hours per week

CLOSING DATE
12 noon, Wednesday 14 October 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE
South Tyneside Council is looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities Team within Children and Family Services.

The role involves working with disabled children and their families, building meaningful relationships and supporting children to thrive within their families and communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put children and families at the centre of practice.
• Build purposeful and respectful relationships.
• Listen carefully to children and help their voices influence decisions.
• Work openly and collaboratively with families and professional networks.
• Take a thoughtful, curious and analytical approach to assessment and planning.
• Consider children’s identity, culture and lived experience.
• Contribute positively to team learning and continuous improvement.
• Develop professional practice within a supportive service.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

• Access regular and relevant training.
• Access online research and practice resources.
• Opportunities to strengthen skills and progress your career.
• Career progression framework and progression portfolio for Social Workers who have not yet progressed.
• Post-qualifying development opportunities, including practice education.
• Opportunities to develop practice and progress into specialist and leadership roles.

SAFEGUARDING

The role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure and other relevant pre-employment checks.

South Tyneside Council does not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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