Senior Practitioner - Child in Care TeamLocation: Kings Hill, Kent Council: Kent County Council Team: Child in Care Pay Rate: £42 per hour Umbrella Working Arrangement: Hybrid Contract: Temporary / Agency Start Date: ASAPAbout the RoleEden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Child in Care Team at Kent County Council, based in Kings Hill.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker or Senior Practitioner with strong Children in Care / Looked After Children (LAC) experience to join a supportive team and help achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload, undertake statutory social work responsibilities and work closely with children, families, carers and partner agencies.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of children in care, ensuring their needs, wishes and feelings remain central to all planning and decision-making.Complete high-quality assessments, care plans and statutory reviews.Undertake statutory visits and ensure all legislative and procedural requirements are met.Develop and progress effective permanence plans for children and young people.Work closely with foster carers, families, schools, health professionals and other partner agencies.Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and risks.Prepare high-quality reports for Looked After Children Reviews, meetings and court proceedings where required.Maintain ..... full job details .....