Qualified Social Worker, Blackburn Council, Children’s Adoption Team

Entrust Social Care Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join their dedicated team in Blackburn. This role focuses on the welfare of Looked After children, ensuring their safety and well-being through comprehensive support and guidance. The successful candidate will manage a caseload, conduct statutory visits, and actively seek adoptive families. With a commitment to professional development, the position offers access to a wealth of online training and competitive pay rates. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a significant impact on children's lives and contribute to meaningful outcomes in the community.

Benefits

Kindle Fire upon commencement

£20 Amazon voucher for quick registration

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payroll

Free access to online training worth £500

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonus up to £250

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Children's Social Work team.
• Must hold a DipSW or equivalent and be registered with HCPC.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Looked After children and conduct statutory visits.
• Seek adoptive families and support them until the Adoption Order.

Skills

UK Social Worker experience

Child protection

Family Finding for adoption

Liaising with professionals

Education

DipSW or equivalent

Tools

Tablets

Smartphones

Job description

Blackburn with Darwen

Ref: EN181-164

Division: Childrens Services

Specialist Area: Social Worker

Location: Blackburn with Darwen

Job type: Contract

Salary (per hour): Negotiable dependent on experience and pay scheme selected

Reference: EN181-164

Job Description

Qualified Social Worker, Blackburn Council, Children’s Adoption Team - Must be a Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years+ UK Social Worker experience within a Children's Social Work team.

The team works extremely well together to ensure the safety of children under the close supervision of a supportive Team Manager.

The responsibilities will include:

1. Hold a caseload of Looked After children for whom they are the allocated social worker.
2. Undertaking statutory visits and all other responsibilities relating to the children’s looked after status.
3. Seeking adoptive families for these children and supporting them up to the point of the Adoption Order.
4. Based in the Children's Services office in Blackburn town centre, but as part of Adoption Now Regional Adoption Agency, you will also be required to attend meetings, cover duty, etc., at an office in Bolton town centre from time to time.
5. Blackburn office is open plan with modern working arrangements. There is provision of tablets and smartphones to assist with modern agile working and free car parking available within approx 5 -10 minutes walk.
6. Experience preferably in both Looked After Children and Family Finding for adoption, but at least one or the other.
7. Liaise with other professionals.
8. 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation).
9. 3 month Temporary Contract.
10. Start date subject to DBS and reference clearance.

Successful candidates will benefit from:

1. A Kindle Fire upon commencement of contract (see terms).
2. £20 Amazon voucher if registration is completed within 2 weeks (see terms).
3. Competitive pay rates.
4. Weekly payroll.
5. Free access to a comprehensive online training portal worth £500 a year.
6. Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge.
7. Receive up to £250 for each referred worker (see terms).

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent, must be registered with the HCPC, have a current DBS, and be a car driver.

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.