South East England

38 - 38 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

Reference 2952

Senior Practitioner – Children with Disabilities (CWD)
Kent County Council – Sittingbourne Office
Rate: £38 per hour

Key Highlights

Senior Practitioner role within the Children with Disabilities team (CWD)
Based in the Sittingbourne office
Supportive, well-structured service with strong management oversight
Excellent professional development culture

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities Team at Kent County Council, operating from the Sittingbourne office. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly regarded service that is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for children and their families.

About the Authority

Kent County Council is known for its forward-thinking practice model, strong supervision culture, and investment in staff development. The Children with Disabilities service is well-resourced, with a stable management team, manageable caseloads, and a genuine commitment to supporting social workers to progress in their careers.

Key Responsibilities

Holding and overseeing complex cases involving disabled children and young people.
Offering specialist knowledge and guidance to social workers within the team.
Leading on assessments, care planning, and safeguarding interventions.
Chairing multi-agency meetings and supporting decision-making processes.
Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, child-centred practice aligned with statutory requirements.
Supporting junior staff through mentoring, reflective practice, and practice development.
Contributing to performance improvement and service development initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

SWE registration and eligibility to work in the UK.
Significant post-qualified experience within Children’s Services, ideally including CWD.
Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience managing complex cases.
Ability to mentor, guide, and support other practitioners.
Excellent communication, assessment, and decision-making skills.

Why Work With Us?

£38 per hour.
Supportive senior management and collaborative team culture.
Hybrid working options depending on the needs of the service.
Commitment to training, development, and progression.
Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children with disabilities and their families.
£250 referral bonus if you refer a successful candidate.