Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom Connect2Kent Full time

Company Overview

We are Connect2Kent, a recruitment agency exclusive to Kent County Council. Our mission is to provide high-quality Social Work professionals to support the council's esteemed Fostering Team.

Kent County Council is an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' organisation committed to delivering exceptional services. As a key partner, we recruit for a range of Social Work positions, including Locum and Permanent roles.

Salary

The estimated salary for this position ranges from £30,000 to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Job Description

  • Maintain a caseload of diverse cases, involving initial visits and viability assessments to fostering applicants, kinship carers, and those wanting to apply for Special Guardianship and Child Arrangement Orders, effectively meeting the needs of the client group in line with the Social Care Capability Framework.
  • Deliver preparation training for prospective foster carers and kinship carers, ensuring they meet the necessary standards.
  • Collaborate with colleagues within the wider Fostering and Kinship Service to promote 'Kent Fostering' and our offer to all carers, actively contributing ideas to support service delivery.
  • Develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary, and private sector agencies to facilitate good outcomes for children and their families.
  • Stay up-to-date with legislation, local policies, and procedures, particularly those relating to Looked After Children, Children in Need, and Child Protection, ensuring consistency and quality service delivery.
  • Pursue training courses and development opportunities as agreed with the line manager to ensure compliance with Social Work England and Social Care Capability Framework requirements.

Benefits

Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD, a company wholly owned by Kent County Council. We strive to provide a supportive environment that fosters growth and excellence in Social Work practice.



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