Social Worker - Children In Care Team in Sevenoaks, Kent

Job Title: Social Worker - Children In Care Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Sevenoaks, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Social Worker - Children In Care Team in Sevenoaks, earning £38.00 per hour. Enjoy the flexibility of part-time or full-time work with this ongoing opportunity. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Social Workers to join our Children In Care Team, where you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

This rewarding position offers variety, professional development, and the opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team environment. If you are passionate about improving the lives of children in care, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £38.00 per hour, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Diverse Experience: Benefit from the varied nature of locum work, enhancing your skills and broadening your professional experience.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to support career progression.
• Tailored Placements: Work in roles that align with your expertise, interests, and professional goals.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.

What you will do

• Manage a Children in Care caseload with varying levels of complexity.
• Undertake assessments, planning, implementation, and review of interventions to safeguard and promote children's welfare.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop care plans tailored to the individual needs of children and young people.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, foster carers, residential providers, and partner agencies.
• Promote placement stability and support children to achieve positive educational, health, and social outcomes.
• Ensure children's wishes, feelings, and lived experiences are central to all decision-making processes.
• Prepare reports and assessments for reviews, meetings, and court proceedings where required.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records in line with statutory requirements and organisational standards.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and service development initiatives.
• Work within relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and Social Work England professional standards.

Why Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks offers an exceptional quality of life, combining beautiful Kent countryside with excellent transport connections to London. Known for its attractive parks, historic landmarks, excellent schools, and vibrant local community, Sevenoaks provides the perfect balance between professional opportunities and lifestyle benefits. Whether you're enjoying the local countryside or taking advantage of the area's excellent amenities, Sevenoaks is a fantastic place to live and work.

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Apply now to join the Children In Care Team in Sevenoaks and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.