Social Worker for Fostering Team

3 weeks ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Connect2Kent Full time

About Us

Connect2Kent is a recruitment agency exclusively working with Kent County Council. We are recruiting for a range of social work positions, both locum and permanent.

Kent County Council has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted. Currently, we are looking for a Social Worker to join the Fostering Team in Canterbury and Dover. Previous fostering experience is required.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will manage a caseload of diverse cases involving initial visits and viability assessments for fostering applicants, kinship carers, and those seeking Special Guardianship and Child Arrangement Orders. They will effectively meet the needs of the client group, adhering to the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Deliver preparation training for prospective foster carers and kinship carers.
  2. Support the Team Manager, collaborating with colleagues within the wider Fostering and Kinship Service, to promote 'Kent Fostering' and our offer to all carers.
  3. Maintain close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and private sector agencies, carers, and those with parental responsibility to ensure good outcomes for children and their families.
  4. Maintain a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, local policies, and procedures.
  5. Attend training courses and development opportunities as agreed with line manager to ensure compliance with requirements.

Benefits

Our successful candidate can expect a competitive salary, estimated at around £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD, a company wholly owned by Kent County Council.



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