Fern Lodge is a newly established residential family centre, in Hythe, Kent, operating under Lighthouse Family Assessment Service Limited. We provide expert, evidence-based parenting assessments to courts and Local Authorities.
We are currently recruiting a full time or part time Social Worker/Deputy Manager, working within a rota system which includes shift work and sleep-ins/on call duties.

The role of the Social Worker entails :

• Understanding and adhering to Lighthouse Family Assessment Services Policies and Procedures.
• Demonstrating a working knowledge of The Residential Family Centres National Minimum Standards 2013 and The Residential Family Centre Regulations 2012 as amended.
• Delivering high quality and evidence based support plans and up to 5 parenting capacity assessments over a 12-14 week period.
• Assisting the Registered Centre Manager and Practitioner Team with the running and success of the Service (full support and shadowing will be offered, with ongoing development and supervision opportunity)
• To work alongside and in partnership with team members and other professionals (Social Workers, Police, Education, and Health) to help families reach targets and expectations as outlined in their care plans and other plans for permanence.
• Keeping up to date and accurate monitoring and records of the family’s progress plus any incidents.
• Attending regular supervision seminars and staff meetings, actively pursue relevant qualifications and undertake training as required developing the post holders own skills.
• Demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in line with appropriate legislation and company policies.
• Contributing to and maintain a high level of recording and report writing, and contribute in meetings as required to assist in planning to meet the needs of children and their families.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and appropriate appearance at all times whilst on shift.
• Undertaking any other duties or responsibilities as required by the manager to assist the functioning of the centre or care towards children at that time.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• BA Hons or MA in Social Work
• Minimum 2-3 years post qualifying Social Work experience
• Be registered with Social Work England
• Level 5 Leadership and Management, or be willing to complete
• Be experienced and competent in writing/being involved in Court Proceedings/giving evidence
• Be competent with assessment methods - PAMS and Parent Assess is preferred however training can be provided
• Ability to drive and hold a full driving license
  We are looking for candidates who are passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and their families. We expect successful candidates to be able to promote the well-being of our families through a programme of activities, groups and workshops which may be run in the community or in-house.

• Understanding and adhering to Lighthouse Family Assessment Services Policies and Procedures.
• Demonstrating a working knowledge of The Residential Family Centres National Minimum Standards 2013 and The Residential Family Centre Regulations 2012 as amended.
• Delivering high quality and evidence based support plans and up to 5 parenting capacity assessments over a 12-14 week period.
• Assisting the Registered Centre Manager and Practitioner Team with the running and success of the Service (full support and shadowing will be offered, with ongoing development and supervision opportunity)
• To work alongside and in partnership with team members and other professionals (Social Workers, Police, Education, and Health) to help families reach targets and expectations as outlined in their care plans and other plans for permanence.
• Keeping up to date and accurate monitoring and records of the family’s progress plus any incidents.
• Attending regular supervision seminars and staff meetings, actively pursue relevant qualifications and undertake training as required developing the post holders own skills.
• Demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in line with appropriate legislation and company policies.
• Contributing to and maintain a high level of recording and report writing, and contribute in meetings as required to assist in planning to meet the needs of children and their families.
• Maintaining a professional attitude and appropriate appearance at all times whilst on shift.
• Undertaking any other duties or responsibilities as required by the manager to assist the functioning of the centre or care towards children at that time