Social Worker- CWD Team- Kent (Tonbridge)

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and professional development

Supervision and mentoring

Generous annual leave and pension

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team in Tonbridge, Kent. This role focuses on safeguarding and delivering high-quality social work services to children and their families.

You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, provide ongoing support, and maintain accurate case records in line with local authority policies. Collaborating with health, education and community partners, you will participate in training and

Qualifications

• A recognized Social Work qualification (Degree in Social Work or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience with children and families, especially with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trusting relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a varied caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and developing care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Providing ongoing support and intervention to families with access to resources.
• Collaborating with health professionals, schools and community organisations.
• Maintaining accurate case records per local authority policies.
• Participating in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Caseload management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team in Tonbridge, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with disabilities and their families. You will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality social work services, ensuring the well-being and safeguarding of vulnerable children.

As a Social Worker in the CWD Team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and developing care plans tailored to the individual needs of children and their families.
• Providing ongoing support and intervention to families, ensuring that they have access to appropriate resources and services.
• Collaborating with health professionals, educational institutions, and community organizations to promote the welfare of children with disabilities.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with local authority policies and procedures.
• Participating in training and development opportunities to enhance professional skills and knowledge.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized Social Work qualification (Degree in Social Work or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly those with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with regular supervision and mentoring.
• Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme.