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Putting people first

In adult social care, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

We support people to lead the lives they want to, in a place they call home, and focus on what people can do, rather than what they can't. We build working relationships that people can trust and help them to achieve the things that are most important to them. We're also improving all the time, finding innovative new ways of helping people and constantly learning from the feedback we get.

We are recruiting for various roles across adult social care, but we are really keen to recruit more occupational therapists and social workers. Whether you live in Kent, or you're looking to relocate, find out more about the benefits of working in adult social care in Kent and how you can make a difference every day.

Find a job in adult social care

If you can't apply now or need more information, register your interest and one of our dedicated social work recruitment professionals will get in touch.

Our roles

We offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and the opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our roles:

  • Occupational therapists 

    We're looking for newly qualified and experienced occupational therapists across Kent. Find out more about what we have to offer.

  • Social workers 

    We need full and part-time social workers with a range of different skills and experience. Find out more about the role and our attractive benefits package.

  • Other roles 

    At this very moment we are making a difference across Kent - with us, you can too! Find out about the other roles we're recruiting to.

Making a real difference

We support people to lead a full life by putting them first and focusing on their strengths. This is only possible as a team with everyone playing their part.

We believe we have the foundations for effective and high quality social care and we’re committed to continuous improvement – working with our key partners in new and smarter ways.

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Benefits and rewards

When you join us, you'll get a full range of exciting benefits including an excellent local government pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and a generous holiday entitlement.

We'll also work with you to understand where you'd like to go in your career, give you regular training and development opportunities and reward you for exceptional performance.

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  • Training and development 

    We invest in our employees to make sure they have the right skills and experience to provide a first-class service to the people of Kent.

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    With vibrant cities offering a wealth of heritage, superb retail therapy, a gateway to Europe, stunning countryside and great schools, there's lots to love about living in Kent.

  • Our values 

    Our values take us forward and underpin how we will work today and in the future. They challenge us to think about what we can do differently and should prompt us to ask questions about what we can achieve together.

Latest vacancies

  • Senior Social Worker 

    Salary
    £43,810 - £49,989 per annum
    Location
    Brook House, Whitstable
  • Social Worker - Short Term Pathways - West Kent  

    Salary
    £32,933 - £43,592 per annum
    Location
    West Kent
  • Community Experienced Social Worker - West Malling Community Team 

    Salary
    £37,374 - £43,592 Per annum
    Location
    Worrall House, Kings Hill
  • Community Social Worker - Tonbridge Community Team 

    Salary
    £32,933 - £37,188 per annum
    Location
    Worrall House, Kings Hill & Montague House, Tunbridge Wells
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