Social Worker – Children & Families

Location: Kent
Job Type: Full-Time
Service: Specialist Children’s Services

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Social Workers to join Children & Families Services supporting children, young people, and families through assessment, safeguarding, and intervention work.

This role involves managing a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, safeguarding children, and promoting positive outcomes through high-quality social work practice.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with children, families, carers, and partner agencies while operating within statutory frameworks and safeguarding legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Children & Families caseloads of varying complexity
• Undertake assessments, reviews, and care planning
• Prepare welfare reports and attend court where required
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency professionals
• Promote safeguarding and positive outcomes for children and young people
• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings and reports
• Work within Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children frameworks
• Apply evidence-based and systemic approaches to practice
• Promote strengths-based and child-focused interventions

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification
• Registered Social Worker
• Experience within Children & Families Social Work
• Knowledge of Child Protection, Children in Need, and Looked After Children frameworks
• Experience completing assessments and report writing
• Ability to work effectively within court settings
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel across a wide geographical area

Experienced Social Worker Opportunities Available

Experienced Social Workers will also:

• Manage more complex and higher-risk cases
• Support less experienced colleagues and students
• Contribute to training and practice development
• Work across specialist teams to broaden knowledge and experience
• Represent services within Family Court proceedings where required

What’s on Offer

• Supportive management and supervision structure
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to work across specialist children’s services
• Collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work supporting children and families

Apply Now

If you are a qualified or experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within Children & Families Services, apply today.