Panel Advisor - Fostering & Adoption

Sanctuary Personnel; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 53,460 - 58,959; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Training and development opportunities

Vibrant work location

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

An innovative agency in social work is seeking a driven Panel Advisor within Fostering and Adoption to join the team in Southend-on-Sea. This permanent position offers an annual salary between £53,460 and £58,959, with responsibilities including managing the Permanency and Fostering Panel and supporting staff. Applicants should have a Social Work Qualification and relevant experience. Enjoy benefits like flexible working hours, training opportunities, and a supportive environment. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Qualifications

• A Social Work Qualification or equivalent is essential.
• Experience, preferably in a management capacity, working within children's services or policy development.
• An understanding of relevant legislation, with eligibility for registration.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the Permanency and Fostering Panel.
• Analyze and report on trends and outcomes for children and their carers.
• Identify and implement strategic changes to policy and practice.
• Provide support, training, and advice to social work staff and panel members.
• Oversee quality assurance of paperwork presented to the panel.

Skills

Experience in children's services

Management experience

Understanding of relevant legislation

Education

Social Work Qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a driven and knowledgeable Panel Advisor within Fostering and Adoption to join our team in the vibrant coastal town of Southend-on-Sea. This permanent position offers an annual salary between £53,460 and £58,959, along with a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families. You will be part of a supportive team with the chance to develop and implement strategies that improve fostering and permanency outcomes. If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge, we invite you to apply and be part of a dynamic workplace where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive salary: Earn between £53,460 and £58,959 annually, reflecting your expertise and dedication to fostering excellence.
• Flexible working hours: Enjoy a work-life balance with the potential to adapt your schedule to fit your life.
• Training and development opportunities: Enhancing your skills and expertise is just the start as we help guide your career to new heights.
• Vibrant work location: Experience the refreshing sea air and lively local culture of Southend-on-Sea, a town that offers a perfect blend of professional and personal fulfillment.
• Generous holiday allowance: Take the time you need to recharge with ample holiday time to relax and unwind.

What you will do

• Manage and coordinate the Permanency and Fostering Panel, ensuring continuous improvement through management, training, and development of the panel chair and members.
• Analyze and report on trends and outcomes for children, young people, and their carers to influence positive changes in permanency practice.
• Identify and implement strategic changes to policy and practice, collaborating with Senior Managers to address areas of excellence and shortfall in service delivery.
• Establish systems for direct audit processes and data analysis, using insights to support practice and service development.
• Provide support, training, and advice to social work staff and panel members, maintaining high standards in permanence planning across Children's Social Care.
• Coordinate and attend Permanency Panel, Permanency Planning Meetings, and case tracking meetings, offering expert advice to achieve the best outcomes for children.
• Oversee quality assurance of paperwork presented to the Fostering and Permanency Panel and ensure the timely implementation of decisions by the Agency Decision Maker.
• Contribute to the training of the fostering panel chair and members, ensuring efficient panel functioning and high-quality records.
• Attend Permanence Planning Meetings for Children in Care, championing the development of permanence plans.
• Drive the development of new strategies to embed effective permanency planning and provide progress reports to Senior Management.

Requirements

• A Social Work Qualification or equivalent is essential.
• An understanding of relevant legislation, with eligibility for registration.
• Experience, preferably in a management capacity, working within children's services or policy development.

Southend-on-Sea is not only a fantastic place to advance your career but also offers a vibrant community and superb lifestyle opportunities. Known for its extensive coastline, it is a place teeming with outdoor activities, cultural events, and friendly locals. Join us and discover the joy of living and working in a location that inspires both personally and professionally.

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