Our vision and values put children at the heart of everything we do. As a social worker in our Assessment Team you will manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, working with children, young people and their families. You will also be expected to use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with families.
Reporting directly to a Team Manager, you will benefit from regular individual and group supervision. You will also be supported to develop your skills and expertise at every stage of your career.
Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.
Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £38,476 and £41,956 per annum, dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £48,956 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.
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Our Offer
* We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –
* A market allowance of £5,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)
* A retention payment of £2,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)
* A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays
* An excellent local government pension scheme
* An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.
* Free car parking
* Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.
* Relocation package of up to £8,000
* A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.
* Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.
* Hybrid working style
About You
* You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.
* You will have successfully completed your ASYE
* You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
* For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.