SOCIAL WORKER - ASSESSMENT TEAM

Job summary

The social worker will conduct timely child and family assessments under the Children Act 1989 while managing safeguarding concerns. They will also collaborate with partner agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Job details

Vacancy Detail View vacancy list Contact us on WhatsApp Social Worker - Assessment Team Pro Social Partners are working in partnership with Medway Council to recruit a qualified Social Worker into their Assessment Team. This is a full time permanent role for a children's social worker who enjoys the variety and pace of assessment and front door work. The role Carrying out timely child and family assessments under the Children Act 1989 Working with children and families where there are safeguarding concerns Building relationships that get to the heart of what each family needs Working alongside partner agencies to keep children safe About You Registered with Social Work England A recognised social work qualification Post qualifying experience in a children's social care setting The package Salary of £39,823 to £43,435 per year £5,000 market supplement £2,000 annual retention payment A permanent role in a supportive Kent authority If you would like to hear more please get in touch with Pro Social Partners for a confidential conversation. Location: Chatham, Kent | Salary: £39823 - £43435 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 16/09/2026 Apply for this Vacancy

What you’ll do

The social worker will conduct timely child and family assessments under the Children Act 1989 while managing safeguarding concerns. They will also collaborate with partner agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised social work qualification. Previous post-qualifying experience in a children's social care setting is required.

Benefits

• Market supplement • Annual retention payment

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Child assessment
• Family assessment
• Safeguarding
• Social work
• Relationship building
• Case management
• Children Act 1989

Job areas

• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector