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Social Worker

Connect2Kent
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Maidstone, Kent ME17 2BE, England

Salary

£32,000 - £38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • Connect2Kent is seeking Qualified Social Workers for the Children in Care team in Swale, Kent.
  • The position requires a minimum of two years post-qualification experience.
  • The role involves managing a varied caseload, conducting assessments, and attending court as necessary.
  • Candidates will be expected to build partnerships with agencies and maintain accurate records.
  • Salary details are competitive and will be discussed during the application process.

Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. Would you like an opportunity to work for an Ofsted rated Outstanding Local Authority? We have a range of opportunities currently available for Qualified Social Workers living in and around Kent.

Connect2Kent are currently recruiting Locum Social Worker's to the Children in Care team Swale. Are you passionate about making a difference in a child's life? Join Kent County Council's Children in Care Team and be the change that Children in Care need!

  • Manage a varied caseload of children and families, including complex and diverse cases. This will involve conducting assessments, reviews, preparing welfare reports, and attending court as required. All work should meet the needs of the client group in line with the Social Care Capability Framework. The complexity of cases and the level of supervision will depend on your post-qualification experience.

  • Build strong partnerships with statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies, as well as carers and those with parental responsibility, to ensure positive outcomes for children and their families.

  • Record and maintain accurate information promptly using approved systems, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and reflects the situation accurately.

  • Stay informed on relevant legislation, local policies, and procedures, particularly those related to Looked After Children, Children in Need, and Child Protection. Apply this knowledge consistently to ensure high-quality service delivery.

  • Engage in continuous development, attending agreed training courses and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Please apply via this advert.

Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.