Social Worker - Child in care - Kent (Ashford)
We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a child in care team in Ashford, Kent. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people who are unable to live with their birth families, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and long-term development remain at the heart of your work.
You will manage a varied caseload of children in care, completing high-quality assessments and reviews, developing and implementing care plans, and ensuring that each child’s voice, wishes and feelings are fully considered. You will work closely with foster carers, residential homes, families, schools, health professionals, independent reviewing officers and other partner agencies to promote positive outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include undertaking statutory visits, contributing to permanence planning, supporting contact arrangements, preparing reports for reviews and court proceedings, and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns. You will monitor placement stability, identify changing needs and ensure that children receive the services and support they require. Accurate recording and timely completion of assessments, plans and reports will be an essential part of the role.
The successful candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and safeguarding procedures, together with experience of working with children and young people, ideally within a children in care or child protection setting.
You will be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships with children, families and professionals. The ability to manage competing priorities, work within deadlines and make clear, evidence-based decisions is essential. You should be committed to anti-discriminatory practice, participation and achieving the best possible outcomes for every child.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for visiting children and attending meetings across the area. In return, you will receive professional support, regular supervision and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, child-centred social work.
Social Worker - Child in care - Kent (Ashford)
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