Social Worker - UASC / Kent Intake Unit (KIU) - Late Shift

Eden Brown Synergy; Dover; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS costs covered.

Referral bonus scheme.

Bonus for finding your own placement.

Twice-weekly payroll.

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy are recruiting a Social Worker for the Kent Intake Unit (KIU) in Dover to support Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC). The role focuses on immediate safeguarding, assessments, and arranging suitable accommodation, while collaborating with Home Office, police, and health services.

The position requires a Social Work degree, current Social Work England registration, and 3+ years post-qualification experience in UK Children’s Services, with preference for experience with

Qualifications

• Social Work degree or equivalent qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in a UK Local Authority.
• Experience working with children and young people within statutory Children's Services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and relevant legislation.
• Experience with vulnerable adolescents, UASC or young people with complex needs would be advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced frontline environment.

Responsibilities

• Responding to newly arrived Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).
• Undertaking initial assessments and identifying immediate safeguarding needs.
• Assessing risks relating to exploitation, trafficking and safeguarding.
• Ensuring children receive appropriate accommodation and placements.
• Working collaboratively with the Home Office, police, health services and other partner agencies.
• Supporting children through the initial stages of their care journey.
• Completing accurate assessments, case recordings and statutory documentation.
• Promoting the welfare, safety and best interests of children and young people.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Social work experience

Education

Social Work degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Social Worker - Kent Intake Unit (KIU)

Kent County Council | Dover, Kent

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join Kent County Council's Kent Intake Unit (KIU), supporting Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).

This is an opportunity to join a specialist frontline team providing an immediate response to newly arrived unaccompanied children, ensuring their safety, welfare and needs are assessed and appropriate support is arranged.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Responding to newly arrived Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).
• Undertaking initial assessments and identifying immediate safeguarding needs.
• Assessing risks relating to exploitation, trafficking and safeguarding.
• Ensuring children receive appropriate accommodation and placements.
• Working collaboratively with the Home Office, police, health services and other partner agencies.
• Supporting children through the initial stages of their care journey.
• Completing accurate assessments, case recordings and statutory documentation.
• Promoting the welfare, safety and best interests of children and young people.

Essential Requirements

• Social Work degree or equivalent qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience working in Social Work roles within a UK English Local Authority.
• Experience working with children and young people within statutory Children's Services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and relevant legislation.
• Experience of working with vulnerable adolescents, UASC or young people with complex needs would be advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced frontline environment.

Working Arrangements

• Location: Dover, Kent
• Team: Kent Intake Unit (KIU)
• Shift: PM / Late Shift - 1pm to 10pm
• Pay Rate: To be confirmed

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy:

• DBS costs covered.
• Referral bonus scheme.
• Bonus for finding your own placement.
• Twice-weekly payroll.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.