Social Worker - Childrens Services

Social Worker - Children's Services (Kinship Assessment Team)

Are you an experienced Social Worker passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker - Children's Services to join the Kinship Assessment Team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic team, supporting vulnerable children and their families through thorough assessments and expert guidance.

About the Role: Social Worker - Children's Services (Kinship Assessment Team)

As a Social Worker - Children's Services, your primary responsibility will be conducting comprehensive assessments of Kinship Carers and Foster Carers. You will play a vital role in ensuring children’s safety and well-being by evaluating carers’ suitability, providing expert advice on fostering legislation, and supporting decision-making processes to promote stable family placements.

Key Responsibilities of the Social Worker - Children's Services

• Conduct assessments of Kinship Carers and Foster Carers in line with fostering legislation and policies.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations to support child placement decisions.
• Engage with children, carers, and families to gather relevant information and provide ongoing support.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure compliance and best outcomes for children.
• Keep accurate case records and ensure all documentation aligns with statutory and organizational requirements.
• Attend legal proceedings and contribute to court reports as needed.
• Manage your caseload efficiently, prioritising urgent cases and adhering to deadlines.
• Stay updated on changes in fostering laws and policies relevant to the role of Social Worker - Children's Services.

Candidates for the Social Worker - Children's Services role must have:

• Proven experience in completing assessments of Kinship Carers and Foster Carers.
• Strong knowledge of fostering legislation and policy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A recognised social work qualification and full UK social work registration.
• Enhanced DBS check clearance.

Benefits of this Social Worker - Children's Services contract:

• Competitive pay rate (please contact us for details).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives.

Salary / Pay Rate: To be discussed based on experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Social Worker - Children's Services role and meet the specified criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please contact our consultant, Jane Doe, with your CV. You can reach her by email at jane.doe@email.com or by phone at 01234 567890.

We look forward to helping you find your next opportunity as a Social Worker - Children's Services.