4 education jobs found in Chatham

Social Worker – Children’s Social Work Teams Medway Council £41,957 - £45,859 per annum Market Premia: £5,500 p/a paid in 12 equal monthly installments. Retention Payment: £3,000 p/a paid every April after one year in post. At Medway Council, we are committed to putting the needs of individual children first. We are looking for dedicated Social Workers to join our Children’s Social Work Teams. If you are passionate about relationship-based practice and making a difference, we want to hear from you. The Role As a Social Worker in our statutory team, you will work proactively to build strong relationships with families requiring intervention. Using the Signs of Safety practice model, you will implement Child in Need or Child Protection plans, aiming to safely step families down or, when necessary, escalate to legal proceedings. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within a framework of reflective supervision, preparing analytical assessments and SMART plans. * Use...

Family Support Worker  Hybrid: 3 days office-based + community work + some home working 36 hours per week £25 per hour (umbrella) (£18 PAYE an hour) Initial 3-month contract (potential extension) Southwark Council is recruiting a Family Support Worker to join the Extra-Familial Harm & Missing Team, supporting vulnerable adolescents and families at risk of exploitation, contextual harm, and children going missing from home or care. This is a frontline, relationship-focused role working across the community, council sites and from home, providing targeted, practical and emotional support to young people and families. About the role You will work closely with children, young people and their families to build trusted relationships, reduce risk, and improve outcomes. The role sits within adolescent safeguarding and involves multi-agency partnership working alongside social workers, education, police and specialist services. Key responsibilities Work directly with children,...

Children with Disabilities Social Worker London Borough of Barnet Up to £37 per hour The Role Barnet Council is looking for a passionate and resilient Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team. This specialized service focuses heavily on supporting children and young people with Autism, ensuring they receive tailored support to thrive within their communities. You will be part of a team that prioritizes relationship-based practice, helping families navigate the unique challenges associated with neurodiversity and complex needs. Key Responsibilities * Carrying a specialized caseload of children with physical and learning disabilities, with a focus on Autism. * Conducting holistic assessments that focus on the child’s strengths and long-term outcomes. * Developing and monitoring care packages and support plans. * Collaborating with health and education partners to ensure integrated care. * While the focus is on disability, you will manage cases...

Adult Social Care Solicitor – Interim (c. £430 per day, umbrella/PAYE) Location: Mostly remote (with 1–2 days per week in office as required) Offices Based in London Fulltime Role Duration: Ongoing assignment We’re seeking an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join a supportive and high-performing legal team within a local authority setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister with in-depth knowledge of adult social care law and local government practice. Candidates must be open to participate in round table meetings of the cases Key responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice on adult social care matters, including Mental Capacity Act, safeguarding, ordinary residence, and Court of Protection work. Manage a varied caseload independently, delivering high-quality written and verbal advice to clients and senior stakeholders. Prepare and present cases before the Court of Protection and other relevant forums. Support and collaborate...