Experienced Social worker - Children in care

Our client Medway council is looking for an Experienced Social worker to join their Children in care team.MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker''s experience.To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.ACCOUNTABILITIESManage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART care plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all looked after children receive a service that reflects the Council''s commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children. Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths based practice, working collaboratively with children and their families.Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal ..... full job details .....