5 jobs found in Sevenoaks

Nurture Fostering is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join our well-established, family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham. Rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on being a small, supportive service where social workers are truly valued. This is a maternity cover role, ideal for a confident and motivated social worker looking to work with a friendly and established team. What We Offer Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and approachable management team A welcoming, close-knit working environment Smaller case loads Role Responsibilities: Supervision and support of foster carers Ability to support with training opportunities Participate in Support groups Supporting children in care Working collaboratively with other professionals About You Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England Experience in fostering and/or Local Authority children’s social work A full driving licence is desirable If this role sounds like a good fit...

Job Title: Social Worker - Adolescents Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in adolescent care to join our diverse and inclusive team. Our organisation values equality and promotes an environment where all individuals feel respected and supported. The Social Worker will focus on supporting adolescents, especially those encountering unauthorised or challenging circumstances, ensuring their safety, well-being, and access to essential services. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs and risks faced by adolescents, including unauthorised or vulnerable situations. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide counselling, guidance, and crisis intervention to adolescents experiencing emotional, social, or legal challenges. Advocate for adolescents? rights and access to education, healthcare, and social services. Facilitate...

Job Title: Social Worker - Adolescents Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in adolescent care to join our diverse and inclusive team. Our organisation values equality and promotes an environment where all individuals feel respected and supported. The Social Worker will focus on supporting adolescents, especially those encountering unauthorised or challenging circumstances, ensuring their safety, well-being, and access to essential services. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs and risks faced by adolescents, including unauthorised or vulnerable situations. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide counselling, guidance, and crisis intervention to adolescents experiencing emotional, social, or legal challenges. Advocate for adolescents? rights and access to education, healthcare, and social services. Facilitate...

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team Merton Council Pay Rate: £30.50 PAYE (exclusive of holiday pay) £39.04 LTD (inclusive of holiday pay)Location: Merton Contract: Full-time (agency) About the Role Merton Council is seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families. You will deliver high-quality social work services in line with the policies and objectives of the Children, Schools & Families department, ensuring the safeguarding and promotion of welfare remains at the heart of your practice. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families within the CWD service Undertake comprehensive assessments of need and risk Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to individual needs Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver effective...

Role: Mayor's Assistant Location: Newham Rate: £26.13 per hour (PAYE) or £34 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 3 months with likelihood of extension thereafterAbout the Role We are seeking a politically astute, proactive professional to provide high-level support to the Mayor. This is a hands-on, politically focused role, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of local government and support high-profile engagement at local, regional and national levels. You'll play a key role in supporting the Mayor across political, communications and stakeholder activity, helping shape messaging, manage priorities and ensure effective delivery of council business. Key Responsibilities Support in managing political aspects of role as Mayor, including providing political advice and briefings on issues Supporting the Mayor in external engagement activity, locally, regionally and nationally, including drafting newsletters, press releases and speeches/identifying speaking...