Community Senior Practitioner - Tunbridge Wells

Kent County Council; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits experienced Social Workers to join a dynamic community team in Tunbridge Wells. This role offers a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance office and remote work effectively. You'll engage in meaningful assessments and support individuals with diverse care needs, all while benefiting from a comprehensive support package that includes professional development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration, and make a tangible impact in your community. Apply soon, as this role is in high demand!

Benefits

Flexible working options

Market premium payments

Generous leave

Local government pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Regular supervision and reflective practice

Qualifications

• Hold registration with Social Work England and work at the Advanced Practitioner level.
• Experience in risk management and safeguarding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments such as Care Act and safeguarding enquiries.
• Work collaboratively within a team to provide person-centered support.

Skills

Social Work

Risk Management

Staff Supervision

Performance Management

Person-Centered Support

Education

Registration with Social Work England

Post-qualification experience in Social Services

Job description

Community Senior Practitioner - Tunbridge Wells

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Role Responsibility

We are recruiting Senior Social Workers with a range of skills and experience. We currently have a part-time vacancy in the Tunbridge Wells locality. We operate in a hybrid model of office-based and remote working to meet service needs.

Offering a £3000 Golden Hello payment to new joiners (subject to criteria) and ongoing service-related payments.

About Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent, focusing on locality working, person-centered support, and good practice. We work with adults with diverse care needs, undertaking assessments such as Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Court of Protection applications, and safeguarding enquiries.

Our approach emphasizes excellent practice, innovation, and meaningful measures, building strong relationships with individuals, families, and communities to empower local support.

About You

We welcome applications from experienced Social Workers with post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health agencies, or related organizations. You must hold registration with Social Work England and be capable of working at the Advanced Practitioner level.

Experience in risk management and safeguarding is essential, as is expertise in staff supervision and performance management. We seek positive, forward-thinking candidates who employ strengths-based, outcome-focused practice, and who work collaboratively within a team.

A Full UK Driving License is preferred; however, reasonable adjustments are supported for applicants with disabilities.

Our Support Offer

We provide an attractive benefits package, including flexible working options, market premium payments (subject to eligibility), generous leave, and a local government pension scheme. Opportunities for professional development are available through our social care academy and progression routes, including specialist training such as AMHP, Best Interest Assessor, and Practice Educator training.

Regular supervision and reflective practice are integral to our support. We are moving towards an extended service hours model (8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week) to better serve our community.

This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and registration with Social Work England. It is a customer-facing position, with standards set for spoken English/Welsh proficiency as per the Job Description/Person Specification.

We also welcome applications from registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists with relevant experience. For more information, contact Sarah Pattinson at 03000 412249.

For further details about the role, please contact Sarah Pattinson at 03000 412249.

About the Company

Work that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility! KCC values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and caring responsibilities. Apply soon, as the closing date may be earlier if sufficient qualified candidates apply.