Kent, South East England

40000 - 43646 GBP Per Year

Children's Services

Permanent

14/10/2024

Reference 2215

Role: Experienced Social Worker

Location: Medway

Team: Children In Care

Pay: Up to £43,646

Contract: Permanent/Full-time

 

About Us
Medway’s Children’s Services is committed to delivering high-quality care and support for children and young people in care. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to join our Children in Care Team, where you will play a vital role in helping children in care thrive by providing tailored support and ensuring their well-being.

Role Overview
As an Experienced Social Worker in the Children in Care Team, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of looked-after children, working to ensure that their care plans meet their unique needs. You will collaborate with multi-agency professionals, foster carers, and families to provide the stability, support, and guidance children in care require. This role is ideal for a skilled social worker with significant experience in working with looked-after children or similar areas of children’s social care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex caseload of looked-after children, ensuring their individual needs are assessed and care plans are developed and reviewed regularly.
  • Work closely with foster carers, residential staff, health professionals, and schools to promote stability and positive outcomes for children in care.
  • Attend and contribute to statutory reviews, case conferences, and court proceedings, ensuring that the best interests of the child are always prioritised.
  • Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people as they navigate their experiences in care, offering guidance and advocacy.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date case records that comply with statutory requirements and Medway’s policies.
  • Work in partnership with other professionals to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to each child’s care.
  • Participate in reflective supervision and ongoing professional development to maintain and improve your social work practice.

Requirements

  • Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and Social Work England registration.
  • Significant post-qualification experience in children’s social care, particularly with looked-after children or within a Children in Care team.
  • Strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to children in care.
  • Excellent communication, assessment, and care planning skills.
  • Ability to manage a complex caseload and make decisions in the best interests of children.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of up to £43,646.
  • £5,500 market premia to enhance your earnings.
  • £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year’s service.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
  • Supportive working environment with regular supervision.
  • Flexible working options to support work-life balance.

 

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Interested in learning more about the Experienced Social Worker role in Medway? Contact Holly Chupka at 01635 226350.

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