Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Care Leavers? Medway Council is looking for qualified and dedicated Social Workers to join our supportive and dynamic team.
What We're Offering:
Role: Senior Practitioner 16+ Team
Salary: Up to £48,695
Incentives:
£6,000 Market Premia Payment
£2,000 Annual Retention Payment after 1 year of service
Requirements:
Must be a car driver
Must be registered with Social Work England (SWE)
What You'll Be Doing:
1. Supporting young people transitioning to adulthood, including care leavers.
2. Managing complex cases and providing expert guidance to colleagues.
3. Building strong partnerships with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
4. Managing a reduced caseload within the appropriate statutory framework to a high standard.
5. Demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice.
6. Contributing to the learning and development of others in your team.
7. Supervising staff within your team including student social workers, newly qualified social workers, family support workers, and/or personal advisors.
8. Leading on an area of practice that is relevant to your service.
9. Championing Medway's practice model, Signs of Safety.
10. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR).
11. Assisting the team manager in various tasks including quality assurance and team communication.
Referral Bonus:
Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them to us and earn £300 for every successful referral!
Apply Today!
Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to the next level while helping young people achieve brighter futures.
Job Info
Job Title: Senior Practitioner 16+ Team
Company: Eden Brown Synergy
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Posted: Jan 20th 2025
Closes: Feb 20th 2025
Sector: Social Care
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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