R2R103630 Social Worker Adoption Team Permanent 15.50hrs

Southend-on-Sea City Council; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a part-time Social Worker with adoption experience. This role involves supporting children's needs, recruiting and assessing adopters, and completing assessments. The position offers flexible working and comprehensive training opportunities. Applicants must have a recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and have two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England and completed ASYE.
• Minimum 2 years experience in adoption services.
• Ability to build relationships and produce analytical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide support using Restorative Practice to meet children's needs.
• Recruit, assess, and support prospective adopters.
• Complete investigations, enquiries, and assessments.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Crisis Intervention

Case Management

Child Welfare

Experience with Children

Social Work

Education

Recognised Social Work Qualification

Job description

Your New Organisation

Children Services - OFSTED RATING 2024 GOOD

Many workers have chosen to both live and work in Southend. They have seen positive cultural changes in the organisation and describe Southend as not just being a good place to live but now also a good place to work.

Social workers speak with warmth and knowledge about the children and families they support

CPD

The training and development offered in Southend is comprehensive and equips staff effectively to deliver their work with children and families.

LEADERS INPUT

Leaders understand their local communities and have used this knowledge strategically and effectively to meet childrens needs

Our vision isA Southend Where All Children Achieve Success. By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that :

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say were going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what we aim to make things better.

You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice Restorative Practice to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team and you will explore this with your line manager.

Please click the link below to find more information on Southend City Councils Childrens Services and to peruse our current vacancies :

Childrens Services Southend-on-Sea City Council jobs ()

Your new role

Southend on Sea City Council are looking to appoint a permanent part time (15.5hrs) adoption experienced Social Worker.

Part of this exciting position is to recruit assess and support prospective adopters to ensure that the care that they provide meets the needs of the individual child. Additionally they will family find and work in post adoption support.

The candidate will provide efficient and cost-effective social work services to children young people and their families. Developing a practice which takes a holistic view of the individual locating them in both their immediate and extended social circles and having full regard for the childs education social recreational and health needs. Also ensuring that investigations enquiries and assessments are completed to a high standard including care and adoption plans.

Within this position hybrid working opportunities are available.

What youll need to succeed

To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.

You will need to have two years experience of working within an adoption service and have a working knowledge of adoption regulations.

You must have the ability to build relationships have worked directly with children especially those where permanency was the plan. Produce clear well written and analytical assessments and possess a positive attitude so that you are able to adapt to the pace of change.

You will need strong communication skills and be able to organise yourself and others.

In addition you will need to possess adriving licence and have use of a car.

Please note that salaries and holiday entitlement will be pro ratad in line with the advertised hours for this position.

What youll get in return

When joining the council you can enjoy a range of benefits including : 25 days annual leave flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the Why Work For Us tab.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role please click apply online to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

If you would like a copy the Job Description please Click here

If you are wanting further information that isnt in the JD please contact Nathalie

Please note : Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications regardless of race sex disability sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partner status pregnancy or maternity age or religion or belief.

Key Skills

• Motivational Interviewing
• Acute Care
• Crisis Intervention
• Behavioral Health
• Intake Experience
• Hospice Care
• Case Management
• Home Care
• Child Welfare
• Experience with Children
• Social Work
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Contract

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1