Adoption Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the adoption sector is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join their Adoption Team. The role demands a qualified social work professional with a minimum of three years' experience in adoption processes. This position offers a hybrid working model without out-of-hours demands and requires expertise in supporting families through the adoption journey. The role supports compliance with legal requirements and provides ongoing support for adoptive families.

Benefits

No out of hours

Hybrid working

Specialist team environment

Regular Supervision

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in Social Work.
• Experience within Adoption and completion of PAR's assessments.
• Up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support families, birth parents, and adoptive children throughout the adoption process.
• Ensure the adoption procedure is orderly and compliant with the law.
• Complete PAR's assessments and present to the Adoption Panel.

Skills

Social Work

Adoption Experience

PAR's Assessments

Legislation Understanding

Valid UK Driving License

Education

Diploma/Degree in Social Work

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Social Worker to join an Adoption Team.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work with 3 years post qualifying experience and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)

About the team

Adoption social workers support families, birth parents, and adoptive children during their journey.They are essential in making sure the adoption procedure is orderly, compliant with the law, and, above all, in the child's best interests.Their work ensures that both adoptive families and children are well-prepared for the transition, and they provide ongoing support.Completing PAR's assessments is part of what the team deal with.

About you

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.You will need experience within Adoption and have completed PAR'S (prospective adopters Reports) and presented these to the Adoption Panel and completed preparation training for prospective adopters, whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation.A valid UK driving license is required to be considered for this position.

What's on offer?

• No out of hours
• Hybrid working
• £33.30 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Specialist team environment
• Immediately available
• Regular Supervision

For more information, please get in touch

Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant

07776 849119