Connect2Socialwork are looking for an Experienced Social Worker to join Medway Council's Children in Care Team. Main purpose of the job: To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience. To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures. To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker Successful completion of ASYE year together with two years' experience of working with children and families Working towards Practice Educator Professional Standards (Desirable) Registration with Social Work England Experience: Proven experience in the use of 'Signs of Safety' or a willingness to be trained Demonstrable experience in relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families Demonstrable experience of undertaking direct work with children and young people Demonstrable experience in child protection, looked after children and court work. Proven experience in one or more areas of social work practice i.e., Substance misuse, sexual and criminal exploitation and have a broader knowledge of local and national resource networks. Salary: Up to £45,829 per annum £5,500 market premia £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service If you are interested in this role or wish to discuss other opportunities, permanent / locum, please contact Penny Cronje on 07563 570049 or email a CV to penny.cronje@csltd.org.uk About Connect2SocialWork Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.