Social Worker Regional Adoption Agency

Join our Regional Adoption Agency!

We're seeking exceptional social workers for both part-time (18.5 hours) and full-time roles.

Up to £43,646 + £2,000 annual retention payment after 2 years’ service

Purpose: Manage diverse caseloads, assessing, planning, and implementing actions to safeguard children and support families. Liaise with relevant parties and contribute to training initiatives to elevate professional standards.

Responsibilities:

• Manage cases effectively to safeguard children and meet their needs.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to create positive outcomes for children and families.
• Assist in recruiting, assessing, and supervising adoptive families and foster carers.
• Maintain accurate records and stay updated on relevant policies and practices.
• Attend training courses to enhance skills and competency levels.
• Review and update children's plans as needed and represent the agency in court proceedings.

Qualifications:

• CQSW/DipSW or equivalent, registered social worker with SWE.
• Post Qualifying Awards 1-5.

Experience:

• Completion of ASYE year and 3 years' experience in Adoption Team.
• Diverse post-qualification practice in Children Social Work Teams.
• Direct work experience with children and young people.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in computer use and report writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Ability to work independently within guidelines and make informed decisions.
• Competency in comprehensive assessments and risk evaluation.
• Capable of maintaining accurate case records.

Knowledge:

• Familiarity with relevant legislation including The Children’s Act 1989, Adoption Act 1976, Adoption Regulations, and Adoption and Children Act 2002.
• Understanding of procedures for Looked After Children, Children in Need, and Child Protection Systems.
• Knowledge of Permanency Planning, Child Permanence Reports, and Adoption plans.
• Understanding of family dynamics, attachment theory, and child development.
• Knowledgeable in inter-agency working and prospective adopters' assessments