Children in Care - Qualified Social Worker

Children in Care - Qualified Social Worker

Medway Council

Location: Broadside
Salary: Up to £44,958 per annum + £2,000 annual retention payment after 1 year of service
Working Style: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week office-based)

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and young people? Join Medway Council's Children in Care Team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and development of children in care.

The Role

As a Social Worker in the Children in Care Team, you will:

• Manage a diverse caseload with reflective supervision, providing focused and analytical assessments.
• Develop SMART care plans and reviews with clear objectives and measurable outcomes to support children in achieving positive futures.
• Work directly with children and young people to understand their lived experiences, wishes, and feelings.
• Use the Signs of Safety practice model to deliver strength-based and relationship-focused interventions.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports for various professional settings, including Looked After Children Reviews, Legal Planning Meetings, and Court Proceedings.
• Undertake life-story work with children to help them understand their journey and identity.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to coordinate services and support for children and their families.

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Successful completion of the ASYE year is desirable but not essential.
• Experience: Demonstrable experience in child protection, court work, permanence planning, and direct work with children and families.
• Skills: Strong communication, assessment, and analytical skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and produce high-quality reports.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and the application of theoretical frameworks in social work practice.
• Other Requirements: A car driver with daily access to a vehicle for business purposes.

Why Join Medway Council?

We are committed to supporting our Social Workers with:

• Competitive Benefits: Alongside the salary, you'll receive a £2,000 annual retention payment after one year of service.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy flexibility with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
• Professional Development: Access to continuous training and support, ensuring you remain at the forefront of social work practice.
• Team Support: Join a collaborative and experienced team with regular reflective supervision.

About Medway Council

The children and young people of Medway have asked for professionals who are:

• Good listeners
• Honest and consistent
• Realistic and resourceful
• Committed to understanding and championing their voices

We are looking for Social Workers who embody these qualities and are ambitious for the children and young people they work with.

For further details or to apply, contact Callum Parr at Ackerman Pierce on 0208133765 or email at