Children’s Social Worker Permanence Team #5266681

Semester.co.uk; Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an interim social worker to join their Permanence Team in Ellesmere Port. This role focuses on adoption and requires a candidate with significant experience in Adoption and Permanence roles. You will benefit from excellent supervision, manageable caseloads, and the opportunity to work alongside a stable team of experienced professionals. The position offers a competitive pay rate and various in-house training opportunities, ensuring your continuous professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free ongoing training opportunities

Competitive rates of pay

In-house payroll

Enhanced DBS completed

Support from dedicated team

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-qualified experience in social work.
• Significant experience in Adoption and Permanence roles.

Responsibilities

• Join the Permanence Team focusing on Adoption.
• Work openly and honestly with children and families.

Skills

Adoption and Permanence experience

Quality case work

Communication with families

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Children’s Social Worker Permanence Team #5266681

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Team: Adoption Social Worker Focus (Permanence Team)

Location: The Portal, Ellesmere Port, CH65 0BA

We are recruiting an interim social worker to join our Permanence Team based in Ellesmere Port, with a specific focus on ADOPTION. We are looking for candidates with at least 3 years post-qualified experience, significant experience in Adoption and Permanence roles, proven performance in quality case work in line with Cheshire West's expectations, and an ability to work openly and honestly with children, families, and partner agencies.

We offer excellent supervision, manageable caseloads, and the opportunity to work alongside stable teams of experienced social workers and permanent Team Managers. Free parking in all our localities, access to in-house training, and development to support CPD are also provided.

It would be beneficial if the candidate resides within a reasonable distance from Ellesmere Port, as while we do work hybrid, there is an expectation of regular work from our office bases. Please indicate the candidate's residence on the CV. Unfortunately, we cannot support candidates with accommodation or travel costs.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

• Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!
• Excellent management structure with experienced leaders
• Desirable location with excellent transport links
• A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk

• Free ongoing training opportunities upon registering
• Competitive rates of pay
• In-house payroll, providing weekly payments and support
• Enhanced DBS completed
• Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated, and friendly team
• An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant
• Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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