Adoption Social Worker - Post-Adoption Support (Hybrid)

Leaders in Care; Colwyn Bay; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Weekly payroll

Referral bonus £500

Job summary

Leaders in Care are working with a forward-thinking Local Authority in North Wales that is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Adoption Team on an interim basis to support with Post Adoption Support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, while benefiting from flexible hybrid working and supportive team management.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience in adoption, family finding, or permanence planning.
• Knowledge of Adoption and Children Act 2002.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-agency team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of prospective adopters, including PAR (Prospective Adopter Reports).
• Support the matching process and contribute to family finding for children with a plan of adoption.
• Work closely with regional adoption agencies and other professionals to ensure timely and stable placements.
• Provide post-adoption support to children, families, and adoptive parents.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Attend relevant panels and contribute to care planning processes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Autonomy

Registration

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Leaders in Care are working with a forward-thinking Local Authority in North Wales that is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Adoption Team on an interim basis to support with Post Adoption Support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, while benefiting from flexible hybrid working and supportive team management.