Social worker

Medway Council are recruiting for a Social worker to join the Children's Social work Team

depending on experience you will receive a salary of up to £39,958 + £5,000 market premia + £2,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service

You must have a Social work Degree and be on the social work England register to be eligible for this role.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To work proactively and build relationships with children and families who have been assessed as requiring a statutory intervention using the Signs of Safety practice model. You will be responsible for implementing a child in need or child protection plan with the aim of safely stepping the family down or where required, escalating to legal proceedings.

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.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to safeguarding and putting the needs of individual children first.

Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship- and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families

Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.

Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with children and their families.

Maintain accurate and up to date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council's specific recording systems to promote effective case management.

Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales.

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