Designated Social Care Officer

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We are currently recruiting for a Designated Social Care Officer on a fixed term contract for a local authority based in Bromley.

• This is an exciting opportunity to shape this new role which is aimed at strengthening collaborative working between Education, Health and Social care.
• The DSCO will strategically lead in embedding the social care elements of the SEND strategy across the local authority and ensure we are compliant with legislative requirements of the SEND Code of Practice 0-25 (2015), and that we are meeting our statutory responsibilities under the Children and Family Act (2014) and Care Act (2014).
• The Designated Social Care Officer will support colleagues in children's social care to ensure they meet their statutory duties for children and young people with SEND aged 0-25, leading to improved outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
• The post holder will represent Bromley Council at key regional and national events and will be a source of expert professional advice on SEND reforms relating to social care within Bromley and will seek to learn nationally from the evidence base of best practice.

• Is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of both social care legislation and the SEND reforms.
• Is confident and competent to negotiate with and influence others, build and nurture effective partnerships, working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders across the Local Authority, community, parent and voluntary organisations, promoting opportunities for co-production.
• Must have Social Work Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Must have SWE Registration.

• Manageable caseloads for all social workers.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Excellent learning and development strategies.
• Extra £2,000 on your annual salary, + £2,000 golden hello payment.

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