Job Description

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)? Slough Children First (SCF) is seeking a Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO) to lead the development and delivery of social care elements within our SEND strategy.


In this pivotal role, you will drive high-quality, inclusive services for children and young people with SEND. Acting as a key link between senior leaders, operational teams, partner agencies and the community, you will champion collaboration, co-production, and early intervention to strengthen family resilience.


You will ensure compliance with legislation and raise the profile of SEND strategically and operationally, informing service direction through data-driven insights and embedding a strengths-based approach that empowers families.


As our DSCO role, you will represent Slough at regional and national forums, influence policy, and share best practice. Success in this role requires strong partnership skills, expert knowledge of social care and SEND processes, and the ability to lead cultural change.


You will be social work qualified and registered with Social Work England and have an in-depth understanding of SEND legislation and social care frameworks. You will have a proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and influence stakeholders, as well as possessing strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ultimately, you will have a clear commitment to inclusion, independence, and positive life outcomes for our children and young people.

We work on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of 3 days per week based in the office.

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.

Slough is one of the most diverse places in the country outside of London and a great place to live or work. In fact it's the best place to live or work according to a survey by Glassdoor. Pleasant environments, above average salaries and a lower cost of living, mean an increased quality of life for employees. We're also one of the most accessible places to be, nestled on the corner of the M25, M4 and M40, and less than 20 minutes by train to Central London.