Social Worker - UASC / Kent Intake Unit (KIU) - Late Shift

Social Worker - Kent Intake Unit (KIU)

Kent County Council | Dover, Kent

Eden 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 ...