Your Role as a Social Worker
Section outline
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- Collaborate effectively with education professionals (e.g. Designated Teacher/Designated Lead, SENCo, DSL, Key Person) to ensure joined-up support
- Organise and lead the PEP.
- Ensure completion of the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ) for young people up to the age of 17.
- Ensure the Virtual School are aware of any changes to education setting in a timely manner, pro-actively seeking advice when needed
- Prioritise relationships - build trust with the child and their carers/parents, and ensure their voices are central to planning and decision-making
- Share information proactively to support education planning, including personal education plans (PEPs)
- Advocate for high aspirations - ensure education is part of every conversation about the young person’s future