Social worker UASC

Medway Council are recruting for a UASC Social Worker

you will work with unacommmpanied asylum seeking children.

To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service for young people in care as they transition to independence, 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.

Support the transition of young people from care to independence as they move from the Children in Care teams to the 16+ Care Leavers teams.

This role is a case holding role of 16, 17 and 18 year old young people in care, managing care proceedings and the associated tasks necessary, supporting young people by ensuring pathways are followed, prior to leaving care and handing over to a Personal Advisor within the team.

To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.

The salary for this role will be up to Up to £39,958 + £5,000 market premia + £2,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service

if you're interested in this role then please email your CV with a Supporting statement to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk