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Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 46,329 - 54,329 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chatham, Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care - Medway Council
Up to £45,829 + £5,500 Market Premia + £3,000 Annual Retention Payment
We're working with Medway Council to recruit an Experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care (CiC) Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service focused on permanency, stability, and building meaningful relationships with looked after children.
Benefits:
Up to £45,829 salary
£5,500 market premia
£3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year's service
Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days a week in the office)
Opportunity to complete Practice Educator training
Robust supervision and commitment to CPD
About the Role:
You'll manage a caseload of looked after children, working within a supportive team using the Signs of Safety model. You'll undertake direct work with children and young people to understand their lived experiences, ensure plans remain relevant, and deliver high-quality life-story work. You'll attend reviews, permanency planning meetings, and manage care proceedings where necessary.
About You:
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Completed ASYE and at least 2 years' post-qualified experience
Experience in statutory children's services, specifically with looked after children
Skilled in life-story work, permanency planning, and court work
Confident using strength-based and relationship-focused approaches
Strong report writing and assessment skills
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a stable, well-supported team making a real difference to children's lives.
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