Connected Carers Social Worker – Medway Council
Hybrid Working | £38/hr

📞 Fred - 07595 414 227 

📧 fthomas@sheldon-phillips.com

Sheldon Phillips is working with Medway Council to recruit an experienced Connected Carers Social Worker. This role is ideal for a qualified social worker with 2-3 years post-qualifying experience, looking to make a real impact in the lives of children and connected carers.

About the Role

As a Connected Carers Social Worker, you will:
✅ Manage a caseload of children placed in connected carers arrangements, providing tailored support.
✅ Undertake Special Guardianship, Viability, and Connected Carers assessments within regulatory timescales.
✅ Prepare reports for Court and Fostering Panel and present findings as required.
✅ Work within a multi-agency framework, leading and coordinating professional meetings.
✅ Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with legislation and council policies.
✅ Ensure all safeguarding measures are effectively assessed, planned, and implemented.

Requirements

✔️ Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 2-3 years post-qualifying experience.
✔️ Social Work England registration.
✔️ Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle with business insurance (including passenger cover).
✔️ Experience working within fostering, connected carers, or Special Guardianship teams is highly desirable.

Working Arrangements

🔹 Hybrid working model – 2-3 days a week in the office.
 

If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role and help children and their carers thrive, get in touch today!

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Contact Fred Thomas at 01635 226350 or 07595 414 227