Social Worker - Kinship

Schools’ Choice; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization, Northampton Children's Trust, seeks a dedicated Kinship Social Worker for a 12-month assignment. In this hybrid role, you'll conduct vital assessments and supervise kinship foster carers, contributing to meaningful changes in the lives of families. Experience in social work is essential, along with a passion for making a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of social work experience.
• Passionate about making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Initial Viability Assessments and full Kinship fostering assessments.
• Supervise temporarily approved Kinship foster carers.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Kinship Assessment Team.

Skills

Social Work Experience

Job description

Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Northampton Childrens Trust, are currently seeking an Agency Kinship Social Worker to join their team.

Job Details:

• Job Title: Kinship Social Worker
• Length of assignment: 12 Months
• Hours per week: 37
• Hourly rate: £35
• Location: Northampton Childrens Trust - NN1 1ED
• Remote/Office based: Hybrid - predominantly remote work, with monthly team meetings at OAS and days for duty and induction

Responsibilities:

1. Undertake Initial Viability Assessments (IVAs) and full Kinship fostering and SGO assessments.
2. Supervise temporarily approved Kinship foster carers.
3. Conduct duty sessions periodically.
4. Collaborate with colleagues in the Kinship Assessment Team to support and represent the team's work to other NCT colleagues and professionals.

Candidate Requirements:

If you are passionate about making a difference and have at least 3 years of social work experience, we would love to hear from you.