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The Role
We are looking for experienced Social Workers to help us on our improvement journey. We need both assessing and supervision/support staff so, if you think you have the right skills, please get in touch.

Working within the Kinship part of the Fostering Team our focus is on assessment of connected person foster carers and Special Guardians, and the support and supervision of approved connected foster carers. We also cover private fostering work and offer ongoing support to Special Guardians post-order. We are a dedicated team, passionate about improving the lives of our children and young people, and ensuring Kinship carers get the support and recognition they deserve.

You will be fully qualified (DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent), with a minimum of 2 years' experience in statutory social care, preferably within Kinship & Fostering. Strong skills in assessment and supervision of carers are essential, with the ability to provide analytical comprehensive reports for court within timescales.

This is an exciting opportunity to have a genuine impact on the local authority and help improve and protect the children and young people within it.

We Offer

A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:

Social Worker starting salary: HC8 £35,235 - £39,513 per annum
Market rate supplement: plus £5,000 per year
Welcome payment: £5,000 for experienced social workers joining our children's teams
Relocation packages: support of up to £10,000
Pension Scheme: Enrolment in the Local Government (LGPS)
Professional development: protected time and budget to support social workers develop themselves and their careers.
Career progression: clear pathways to progress to senior social worker level
Generous Annual Leave: 31 days (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum
Flexible working: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours and, in some instances, home working
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling
Payment of professional membership fees
Pick your perks - our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts