Kinship Social Worker - Family Support & Training

Thurrock Council; Grays; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working (where/app

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Employee assistance programme and Well

Staff discounts and local offers

Job summary

Thurrock Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Kinship Zones, delivering direct support to kinship families and contributing to the development of Thurrock's Kinship Zone offer for carers.

You will work under the Kinship Service Manager, developing engagement sessions, training modules, and onboarding processes for kinship carers while adhering to safeguarding legislation and local policies.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience direct work with children and families within statutory, independent or third sectors.
• Knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance relevant to children's services and safeguarding.
• DBS check: Enhanced level with Children's Barred List.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and support children and young people in family plans within kinship networks.
• Advise and support other practitioners to set up Family Network Meetings and reviews.
• Develop and implement Kinship Zone service policies and procedures with the Kinship Service Manager.
• Engage practitioners and families through information sessions on kinship options and rights/responsibilities.
• Develop kinship training modules for practitioners and partner agencies.
• Manage eligibility checks and onboarding for kinship carer allowances; handle carer contact, evidence gathering, bookings, letters and welcome packs.
• Promote children living with their family where safe to do so.
• Comply with legislation and local policies and procedures.

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Thurrock Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Kinship Zones, delivering direct support to kinship families and contributing to the development of Thurrock's Kinship Zone offer for carers.

You will work under the Kinship Service Manager, developing engagement sessions, training modules, and onboarding processes for kinship carers while adhering to safeguarding legislation and local policies.