Social Worker - Children in Care - Medway Council
Up to £41,956 + £5,000 Market Premia + £2,000 Annual Retention Payment

We're working with Medway Council to recruit a Social Worker for their Children in Care (CiC) Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team dedicated to improving the lives of looked after children through direct work, care planning, and permanency support.

Benefits:

Up to £41,956 salary

£5,000 market premia

£2,000 annual retention payment after 1 year's service

Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)

Ongoing CPD and reflective supervision

Opportunities for development within a supportive team

About the Role:
As a Social Worker in the CiC team, you will manage a caseload of looked after children, carrying out direct work, care planning, and life-story work. You will prepare and review SMART plans, contribute to permanency planning, and ensure the child's voice is central to all decisions. You will collaborate with professionals, carers, and family members to secure the best outcomes for children.

About You:

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

ASYE completed or in progress

Experience working with children and families in a statutory setting

Understanding of care proceedings, direct work, and permanence planning

Skilled in assessments, report writing, and multi-agency working

Confident using the Signs of Safety model or willing to be trained

This is an excellent permanent role to develop your skills within a team that values stability, positive outcomes, and high-quality relational practice.

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