Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care - Ackerman Pierce : Job Details

Experienced Social Worker - Children in Care - Medway CouncilUp to £45,829 + £5,500 Market Premia + £3,000 Annual Retention Payment

We're working with Medway Council to recruit an Experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care (CiC) Teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service focused on permanency, stability, and building meaningful relationships with looked after children.

Benefits:

• Up to £45,829 salary

• £5,500 market premia

• £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 year's service

• Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days a week in the office)

• Opportunity to complete Practice Educator training

• Robust supervision and commitment to CPD

About the Role:You'll manage a caseload of looked after children, working within a supportive team using the Signs of Safety model. You'll undertake direct work with children and young people to understand their lived experiences, ensure plans remain relevant, and deliver high-quality life-story work. You'll attend reviews, permanency planning meetings, and manage care proceedings where necessary.

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

• Completed ASYE and at least 2 years' post-qualified experience

• Experience in statutory children's services, specifically with looked after children

• Skilled in life-story work, permanency planning, and court work

• Confident using strength-based and relationship-focused approaches

• Strong report writing and assessment skills

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a stable, well-supported team making a real difference to children's lives.

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