Experienced Social Worker - Children’s Social Work Team (CSWT) / Children in Care

?? Location: Medway?? Salary: Up to £43,646 per annum?? Additional Benefits:

£5,500 market premia
£3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year’s service? Hours: Ad hoc, full-time availability preferred?? Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting children in care? Join Medway’s Children’s Social Work Team (CSWT) and play a key role in ensuring children and young people receive the stability, care, and opportunities they deserve.

About the Role

As an Experienced Social Worker, you will provide high-quality care planning and support for children in care. You will work closely with children, families, foster carers, and multi-agency professionals to secure the best outcomes for young people, helping them achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement care and pathway plans for children in care.
Work closely with foster carers, residential placements, and families to ensure children’s emotional and physical well-being.
Conduct regular reviews and assessments to monitor progress and identify support needs.
Advocate for children, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights upheld.
Work collaboratively with health, education, and safeguarding partners to promote positive outcomes.
Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities, safeguarding guidelines, and best practices.

About You

? A qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.? Significant experience in children’s social care, particularly in Children in Care, Looked After Children (LAC), or safeguarding.? Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989.? Excellent communication, relationship-building, and advocacy skills.? A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.

What We Offer

? Competitive salary of up to £43,646 per annum.? £5,500 market premia.? £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year’s service.? Career development opportunities, including specialist training and pathways to senior roles.? A supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment with regular supervision.? The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced and committed social worker ready to support and empower children in care, we would love to hear from you!