Social Worker - Children's Services

Could you see yourself working with Medway Council?

Medway are proud to be 'Good' and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for their Children, young people and families.

Recent promotions, following investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are they are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to children in Medway. Is that you?

Medway are looking for Social Workers and Experienced Social Workers to join one of the below services:

Children in Care
CSWT
Assessment
CWD

In addition to the annual salary of up to £41567 Medway are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including -

• Market Premia Payment up to £5500 per annum (paid monthly) for a full time appointment
• £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service
• A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays
• An excellent local government pension scheme
• An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.
• Free car parking
• Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.
• Relocation package of up to £8,000
• A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.

Job Requirements:

A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.
SWE Registration.
Completed ASYE.
Drivers licence with access to own vehicle.

Not only is this a great opportunity, but you will also receive the following benefits if engaging via Connect2SocialWork:

• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £400 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• "Warm Welcome" bonus - get £250 when you secure a role through our agency*

If interested in this role or any other, please contact Lisa Hallinan on or email a CV to

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