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Social Worker
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Social Worker - Children & Families
East Kent
Permanent
Salary up to £44,000/annum
Our Client, outstanding in their recent Ofsted inspection , is looking for a skilled and compassionate Assessment Social Worker to join their team in a residential family centre setting.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable families through high-quality assessments and support planning within a caring and nurturing environment.
To be considered, you will have full right to work in the UK and will live in East Kent.
The job:
- Manage a realistic caseload of families, coordinating assessments and placement plans and offering the highest level of support.
- Conduct community and viability assessments when required.
- Collaborate with professionals across social care, health, and education.
- Supervise staff and contribute to their development.
- Attend court, reviews, and professional meetings.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation are followed.
- Produce high-quality reports and maintain accurate records.
The Person:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Strong understanding of child protection, residential care regulations , and relevant legislation.
- Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, including participation in the on-call rota and shift work.
Why Apply?
You’ll be joining a supportive and professional team committed to helping families achieve positive outcomes. If you’re passionate about making a difference and you have significant experience as a Social Worker with Local Authority Child and Adult Protection Safeguarding Procedures, we would love to hear from you.
The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
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