Social Worker. Job in Ashford Education & Training Jobs

Connect2Kent; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking qualified Social Workers to join the South Kent Adolescent Support Team, based in Ashford. This role requires managing a complex caseload and developing partnerships with agencies to support children and families. Opportunities for professional development and competitive relocation and retention bonuses are offered. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and their families in the Kent region.

Benefits

Up to £8,000 relocation support

£3,000 retention bonus

£2,000 annual car premium

Flexible working arrangements

Strong professional support and training

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with appropriate registrations and training.
• Passionate about supporting children and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage Children & Families caseload with complex cases.
• Analyze information and identify risks in cases.
• Develop partnerships with agencies for optimal outcomes.

Job description

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact.

We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Workers to join the South Kent Adolescent Support Team, based in Ashford. If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions.

Why Kent?

Experience a fantastic lifestyle in a beautiful part of the country, with coastal scenery, vibrant towns, excellent transport links, and countless attractions right on your doorstep.

What Kent County Council Offers:

• Up to 8,000 relocation support
• 3,000 retention bonus
• 2,000 annual car premium
• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong professional support, training, and career progression

If you're ready to take the next step in your social work career, Connect2Kent is here to guide you every step of the way.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving joint housing assessments, child and family assessments and reviews, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework.
• Ensure that complex information is analysed, risks are identified and recommendations made for which there is professional accountability.
• Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and private sector agencies, carers and those with parental responsibility in order to facilitate good outcomes for children and their families.
• Advocate for the rights of young person, carers and families as detailed in current legislation, maintaining knowledge of available resources, and of the roles of other agencies and to liaise on behalf of service users.
• Complete effective and timely recording of accurate information using agreed systems.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of legislation, local policies and procedures, particularly those relating to Young Homeless, Looked After Children, Children in Need and Child Protection, acting in line with these to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery.
• Attend training courses and other development opportunities as agreed with line manager to ensure compliance with HCPC and SCCF requirements.

Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.