Job Description
Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care - Medway CouncilUp to £45,829 + £5,500 Market Premia + £3,000 Annual Retention Payment
We're working with Medway Council to recruit an Experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care (CiC) Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service focused on permanency, stability, and building meaningful relationships with looked after children.
Benefits:
* Up to £45,829 salary
* £5,500 market premia
* £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year's service
* Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days a week in the office)
* Opportunity to complete Practice Educator training
* Robust supervision and commitment to CPD
About the Role:You'll manage a caseload of looked after children, working within a supportive team using the Signs of Safety model. You'll undertake direct work with children and young people to understand their lived experiences, ensure plans remain relevant, and deliver high-quality life-story work. You'll attend reviews, permanency planning meetings, and manage care proceedings where necessary.
About You:
* Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
* Completed ASYE and at least 2 years' post-qualified experience
* Experience in statutory children's services, specifically with looked after children
* Skilled in life-story work, permanency planning, and court work
* Confident using strength-based and relationship-focused approaches
* Strong report writing and assessment skills
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a stable, well-supported team making a real difference to children's lives.
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