Adoption Panel Member - Social Work Expert

Family Futures; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Futures in London is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Adoption Panel as an independent Panel Member. You will contribute professional expertise to assess adoption cases and support robust decision-making for children in need of permanent families.

The role requires analyzing assessments, asking timely questions, and participating in panel discussions with balanced judgement. Applicants should be registered Social Workers with knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in adoption, fostering or permanency planning.
• Knowledge of trauma and attachment disruption."
• Excellent analytical, communication and listening skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.

Responsibilities

• Read and analyse adoption assessments and supporting documentation ahead of meetings.
• Submit questions and observations before panel meetings.
• Participate actively in discussions, offering professional judgement.
• Consider evidence and make recommendations on adoption matters.
• Promote robust decision‑making and constructive challenge.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of papers and discussions.
• Attend panel meetings (minimum six per year) and complete annual training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Confidentiality

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

CQSW / CSS / CSW / DipSW

Job description

Family Futures in London is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Adoption Panel as an independent Panel Member. You will contribute professional expertise to assess adoption cases and support robust decision-making for children in need of permanent families.

The role requires analyzing assessments, asking timely questions, and participating in panel discussions with balanced judgement. Applicants should be registered Social Workers with knowledge of safeguarding, trauma, and