Disabled Children’s Social Worker – Full-Time, Impactful

Kent County Council; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market premium payments

Generous annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Kent County Council in Folkestone, England, is recruiting a full-time Social Worker for the Disabled Children's Team South. You will manage a diverse caseload of children in need, children in care and safeguarding cases, working closely with health, education and voluntary sector partners.

The role requires excellent written English, strong organisational, IT and communication skills, and a commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience with disabled children and safeguarding.
• Excellent report writing and case recording.
• Strong communication, IT and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in need, children in care and safeguarding cases.
• Work within a care pathway from assessment to permanency.
• Collaborate with Health, Education and voluntary sector partners.
• Maintain accurate written records and reports.

Skills

Written English

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Engaging with families

Education

Qualified Social Worker (SWE registered)

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Kent County Council in Folkestone, England, is recruiting a full-time Social Worker for the Disabled Children's Team South. You will manage a diverse caseload of children in need, children in care and safeguarding cases, working closely with health, education and voluntary sector partners.

The role requires excellent written English, strong organisational, IT and communication skills, and a commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.