Role: Experienced Social Worker
Location: Medway
Team: Children Social Work
Pay: Up to £43,646
Contract: Permanent/ Full-time
About Us
Medway Children’s Services is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children, young people, and families. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our Children’s Social Work Team, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services and making a positive impact on the lives of children in our community.
Role Overview
As an Experienced Social Worker within the Children’s Social Work Team, you will manage complex cases and support children and families through assessments, planning, and interventions. You will work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children and promote their well-being, ensuring that each child receives the tailored support they need. This role is ideal for a social worker who has experience working with children in need, child protection, and looked-after children.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload of children in need, those subject to child protection plans, and children in care, providing high-quality assessments and interventions.
- Develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of children and families, ensuring their voices are central to decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with families, carers, and professionals across health, education, and social care to safeguard children and improve outcomes.
- Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including child protection conferences, case reviews, and court proceedings.
- Ensure accurate and timely case recordings that comply with statutory requirements and Medway’s policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members, sharing your expertise and promoting best practice within the team.
- Participate in reflective supervision and ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Requirements
- Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and Social Work England registration.
- Significant post-qualification experience in children’s social care, particularly in managing complex cases.
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including child protection, looked-after children, and family law.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing demands.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to £43,646.
- £5,500 market premia to enhance your overall earnings.
- £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year’s service.
- Opportunities for career development and progression within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.
- Regular supervision, professional development, and access to training.
- Flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance.
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