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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; England; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Scheme

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Additional Discounts

Job summary

Kent-based Local Authority is seeking a Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team. You will work with safeguarding colleagues to prioritise children's welfare and secure outcomes.

This full-time role requires prior experience in looked after children and a strong commitment to the Local Authority's ambitions. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and maintaining records, with SMART Care plans to achieve clear objectives.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
• A valid registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience of working within Children and Families Teams.
• Experience of working within child protection and court work.
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences.
• Undertake focused and analytical assessments.
• Contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children's Social Care Service.
• Maintain accurate written and computerised records.
• Undertake SMART Care plans with clear objectives.

Skills

Caseload management

Analytical assessments

Record keeping

Communication with children and their/

Driving licence

Education

Social Work degree/diploma

Job description

Kent-based 'GOOD RATED' Local Authority are looking for a

Social Worker to join their

Children in Care Team. You will be working alongside the safeguarding team ensuring the children's welfare and journey is of upmost importance. This role is a

FULL TIME, and

You will be joining this local authority's vision of supporting Children and Young people to make them feel safe and secure. As the ideal Social Worker will need experience within a looked after children team

You will need to be committed and have the drive to match this Local Authority's ambitions.

Benefits for you as the

Social Worker:

• Salary up to £52400 per annum
• Relocation Scheme
• VISA SPONSORSHIP
• Additional Discounts

Your responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload and work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences
• Undertake focused and analytical assessments
• Contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children's Social Care Service
• Maintain accurate written and computerised records
• Undertake SMART Care plans with clear objectives

Requirements of you as the Social Worker:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
• A valid registration with Social Work England
• Significant experience of working within Children and Families Teams
• Experience of working within child protection and court work
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence