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MEDWAY COUNCIL - JOB PROFILE

Experienced Social Worker – Connected Carers

Fostering

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children’s Social Care Service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision. (This will be dependent upon the complexities of the cases and the post qualification experience of the social worker).

To work with connected carers and children placed in a connected carers arrangement, providing support as appropriate.

To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

To complete a range of assessment related to connected carers, including Special Guardianship, Viability and Connected Carers assessments.

To complete all assessments within regulated deadlines and timescales, and submit these reports to Court or Fostering Panel as required.

To attend Court, Fostering Panel and other forums as appropriate to present assessments.

To maintain accurate written and computerised records, in accordance with agreed procedures and in order to meet legislative responsibilities.

To co-ordinate, and take a lead role in multi-professional/ agency groups and other professional meetings.

To adhere to and uphold the codes of conduct set out by Medway Council and SWE.

To be competent in all areas of the Skills and Competency framework for Social Workers.

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