Job Description
Social Worker - Kent Intake Unit (KIU)Kent County Council Dover, KentEden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join Kent County Council''s Kent Intake Unit (KIU), supporting Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).This is an opportunity to join a specialist frontline team providing an immediate response to newly arrived unaccompanied children, ensuring their safety, welfare and needs are assessed and appropriate support is arranged.Your daily responsibilities will include:Responding to newly arrived Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).Undertaking initial assessments and identifying immediate safeguarding needs.Assessing risks relating to exploitation, trafficking and safeguarding.Ensuring children receive appropriate accommodation and placements.Working collaboratively with the Home Office, police, health services and other partner agencies.Supporting children through the initial stages of their care journey.Completing accurate assessments, case recordings and statutory documentation.Promoting the welfare, safety and best interests of children and young people.Essential Requirements:Social Work degree or equivalent qualification.Current Social Work England registration.Minimum 3 years'' post-qualification experience working in Social Work roles within a UK English Local Authority.Experience working with children and young people within statutory Children''s Services.Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and relevant ..... full job details .....