Adoption Social Worker – Guide Families Through Placement

Coram Academy Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adoption service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker to join their dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will undertake assessments, support families during the adoption process, and participate in recruitment and training activities. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years (or 3 for Senior level) post qualification experience in childcare social work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, alongside a commitment to safeguarding and equality, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in childcare social work.
• For Senior Social Worker, a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience.
• Understanding of child development and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Undertake home study assessments for the adoption panel.
• Support families throughout the matching process and after placement.
• Participate in recruitment and training for prospective adopters.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Commitment to equality

Job description

A leading adoption service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker to join their dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will undertake assessments, support families during the adoption process, and participate in recruitment and training activities. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years (or 3 for Senior level) post qualification experience in childcare social work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, alongside a commitment to safeguarding and equality, are essential for success in this role.