Designated Social Care Officer

Your new company Are you committed to ensuring all children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the highest standard of care and support? If so, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join a dedicated and supportive local authority as their new Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO). Your new role This is a pivotal role, ensuring integrated support for children and young people with SEND, working across social care, health and education. As the Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO), you will play a vital role accountable for the development of the social care elements of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) strategy. You will contribute to and influence SEND organisational design, assisting the whole of Children’s Services in respect of children, including those with an EHCP Plan. You will build and maintain effective partnerships across education, health, and social care, working collaboratively and utilising opportunities for co-production with a wide range of stakeholders across the Borough, specifically with children and young people. You will represent Slough at key regional and national events, and be a source of expert professional advice on SEND reforms relating to social care. What you’ll need to succeed As our new DSCO, you will be social work qualified and registered with Social Work England. You will have proven experience in social work, with a strong background in supporting children and young people with SEND, and their families. You will also have a comprehensive understanding of SEND legislation, EHC plans, and safeguarding requirements. What you’ll get in return If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an exciting journey to turn children’s services around in Slough then come and join us. In return, we can offer you: Training and development opportunities Agile working supported by technology Flexible working policies Friendly working environment and great colleagues. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Alternatively, please send an up to date email If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)