Children's Social Worker - Kinship Fostering

Assessment Social Worker – Kinship Foster Carers (Stockport)
Key Details

• Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
• Location: Stopford House, Stockport (Hybrid working available)
• Salary: £35 UMB per hour (£26.27 PAYE)
• Contract details: Initially 3 months - potential to extend

We are working on behalf of Stockport Council to recruit a dedicated GO Assessment Social Worker to undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers. This is an exciting opportunity to focus on assessment work and the completion of SGO Support Plans, ensuring high-quality practice and timely outcomes for children and families.
The Kinship Foster Carers will continue to be supported and supervised by their allocated SSW, allowing the appointed Assessment Social Worker to concentrate on assessments and support plan completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers
• Complete SGO Support Plans accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure assessments and support plans meet statutory requirements and best practice standards
• Work collaboratively with allocated SSWs and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation

Requirements

• Qualified and registered Social Worker
• Experience in assessment work, ideally with kinship foster carers or family placements
• Strong report writing and case recording skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently
• Commitment to high-quality, child-centred practice

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference for families while working in a supportive, flexible environment.
How to apply:
You can email me your most recent CV to Nicola.mansfield@servicecare.org.uk or call on 01772 208964

If you know someone who would be perfect for this role and meet the requirements above - please pass on my details and ask them to get in touch. We offer a referral bonus of £350 (T's & C's apply)