Social Worker

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities

Somerset Council | Yeovil, Somerset, UK

Job Overview

Somerset Council is seeking a passionate and committed Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities (CWD) team in Yeovil.

This is an opportunity for an experienced social care professional who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

The council is particularly keen to hear from social workers who may not have previously considered working within Children with Disabilities. Full support and learning opportunities will be provided to help you develop the specialist knowledge required for the role.

UK-based applicants only: Somerset Council states that it cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Job Details

About the Role

The Children with Disabilities team is looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people and wants to contribute positively to their lives.

You do not necessarily need previous experience specifically within Children with Disabilities. Somerset Council recognises that many social workers may not initially consider this area of practice because they believe they lack the specialist skills, knowledge or experience.

The council is willing to teach you what you need to know.

If you have a recognised social care qualification and are motivated to make a positive difference, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your social work career.

The role offers a varied and rewarding working environment, combining professional social work responsibilities with opportunities to build meaningful relationships with children, young people, families and partner organisations.

Why Work in Children with Disabilities?

Working within the CWD team can provide a highly rewarding social work experience.

You will have opportunities to:

• Work directly with children and young people with additional needs.
• Support children and families through challenging circumstances.
• Develop specialist knowledge and professional skills.
• Work collaboratively with other agencies and professionals.
• Deliver interventions designed around individual needs.
• Contribute to better outcomes for children and young people.
• Continue developing your career within a supportive management structure.

Key Responsibilities

As a Social Worker, your responsibilities will include:

Case Assessment and Management

• Carry out ongoing assessments of allocated cases.
• Manage a caseload involving cases of varying levels of complexity.
• Monitor children’s circumstances and respond appropriately to changing needs.
• Ensure cases are managed in accordance with professional standards and relevant legislation.

Safeguarding and Risk Assessment

• Conduct risk assessments to help ensure children and young people are protected.
• Identify potential risks and take appropriate action.
• Promote the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children.
• Work with relevant agencies when safeguarding concerns arise.

Social Care Interventions

• Deliver evidence-based interventions in response to identified needs.
• Work directly with children, young people and families.
• Develop appropriate approaches to support positive outcomes.
• Review interventions and adjust support where necessary.

Reviews and Compliance

• Undertake statutory reviews.
• Complete best-practice reviews.
• Ensure work complies with relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation.

Partnership Working

• Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary approaches to supporting children.
• Build effective professional relationships with partner organisations.
• Share relevant information appropriately to support positive outcomes.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A recognised social care qualification.
• Registration with Social Care England.
• Relevant multidisciplinary social care experience.
• Experience of partnership working with other agencies.
• Knowledge and understanding of social care practice in line with Social Care England guidelines.
• The ability to speak fluent English, as specified under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong assessment and case-management skills.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Good safeguarding and risk-assessment skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
• A commitment to evidence-based social work practice.
• Good understanding of relevant social care legislation and guidance.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.

Training and Development

Previous experience specifically within Children with Disabilities is not necessarily required.

Somerset Council understands that candidates may be transitioning into this area of social work and states that it will provide the necessary learning and support to help successful candidates develop their specialist knowledge.

The team also has a stable management structure focused on supporting staff development and career progression.

Working Environment

The council describes its Children with Disabilities team as having a supportive and approachable management team that takes pride in its work.

Managers are committed to helping employees:

• Develop professionally.
• Progress their careers.
• Build confidence in their practice.
• Access appropriate support.
• Deliver high-quality services to children and families.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive:

• £37,280 – £41,771 annual salary
• Permanent employment
• Full-time working arrangement
• 37 hours per week
• 30 days of annual leave
• Additional bank holidays
• Professional development and support
• Opportunity to develop specialist Children with Disabilities experience

Visa Sponsorship – Important

This vacancy does NOT offer visa sponsorship.

Somerset Council explicitly states that it is unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Therefore, this vacancy may be suitable for:

• UK citizens.
• Applicants with existing UK right-to-work status.
• Applicants who already hold a valid immigration status allowing them to work in the UK without employer sponsorship.

Candidates requiring a new Skilled Worker visa sponsorship should not apply on the basis of sponsorship for this position.

Who Should Apply?

This role may be particularly suitable for a qualified social worker who:

• Wants to work with children and young people.
• Is interested in Children with Disabilities social work.
• Has relevant multidisciplinary social care experience.
• Wants to develop specialist CWD knowledge.
• Enjoys partnership working.
• Is committed to safeguarding children.
• Wants to work within a supportive management environment.
• Already has the legal right to work in the UK.

Job Location

Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom

Postcode: BA20 2HT

Application Deadline

27 August 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

Informal Enquiries

For more information or an informal discussion about the position, applicants can contact:

Mikayla Greedy
Strategic Manager Operations – Children with Disabilities
Somerset Council

Email: mikayla.greedy@somerset.gov.uk

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official Somerset Council careers website.

Official vacancy:
https://careers.somerset.gov.uk/job/Yeovil-Social-Worker-BA20-2HT/1364559655/

Important Application Note

Before applying, carefully check the vacancy requirements, particularly the requirements for:

• Recognised social care qualification.
• Social Care England registration.
• Relevant social care experience.
• UK right to work.
• No requirement for employer visa sponsorship.

Quick Summary

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities

Employer: Somerset Council
Location: Yeovil, UK
Salary: £37,280 – £41,771 per year
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Annual Leave: 30 days + bank holidays
Closing Date: 27 August 2026
Experience: Relevant multidisciplinary social care experience
Qualification: Recognised social care qualification
Registration: Social Care England
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
UK Right to Work: Required

Final Reminder

If you are a qualified social worker looking for a permanent opportunity supporting children and young people, this Children with Disabilities position with Somerset Council could be worth considering.

The council highlights that specialist CWD experience is not necessarily required, as successful candidates can develop the necessary knowledge and skills through the role.

However, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK because Somerset Council cannot provide visa sponsorship for this vacancy.

Apply before: 27 August 2026