Social worker needed for Medway Council connected carersSalary Up to 46,646 + 3,000 market premia + 2,000 annual retention payment after 2 years serviceAbout the RoleMain Purpose of JobSocial Worker Connected CarersPersonal statement required at the point of submissionResponsibilitiesHave a minimum 2 year post qualifying experience, preferably 2 years within fostering service.Have experience of completing Fostering, Connected carers and special guardianship assessmentsHave some experience of court work and report writingHave experience of delivering and facilitating training and support groups to kinship carersHave some experience of post order support work within Kinship, Special Guardianship teamsHave some experience of presenting assessments to the fostering panelsTo contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Childrens Social Care Service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision. (This will be dependent upon the complexities of the cases and the post qualification experience of the social worker).To work with connected carers and children placed in a connected carers arrangement, providing support as appropriate.To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.To complete a range of assessment related to connected carers, including Special Guardianship, Viability and Connected Carers assessments.To complete all assessments within regulated deadlines and timescales, and submit these reports to Court or Fostering Panel as required. please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964
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Social Worker