Children’s Social Worker – Isle of Sheppey Location: Isle of Sheppey
Rate: Up to £38 per hour
Contract: Full-time
Pertemps is seeking to recruit a dedicated and experienced
Children’s Social Worker to join the Children & Families team in the Isle of Sheppey. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a direct impact in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, while managing a varied caseload of complex work.
Role Responsibilities:- Manage a Children & Families caseload at varying levels of complexity.
- Undertake assessments, develop care plans, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes.
- Contribute to the effective application of resources to safeguard and support children and their families.
- Ensure practice is in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF).
Essential Requirements:- Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
- Registration with Social Work England.
- Previous experience in childrens services
Knowledge and Expertise:- Working knowledge of child development and ability to underpin practice with a strong theoretical base (including attachment theory and the needs of Looked After Children, Children in Need, and those subject to Child Protection).
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, frameworks, and regulations.
- Understanding of local authority procedures relating to Looked After Children, Children in Need, and Child Protection.
- Awareness of family court proceedings and the associated social work role.
- Knowledge of factors affecting adults that may impact children, including mental health, domestic violence, and substance misuse.
What We Offer:- Competitive pay of up to £38 per hour.
- Full-time contract.
- The opportunity to contribute to positive outcomes for children and families.
📩 To apply or find out more, please contact
freya.joseph@pprsocialcare.co.uk