At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead children's adoption journeys and ensure a child-centred approach.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in Leicester's Children's Services sector.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with the chance to support families during significant changes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives through impactful adoption work.
- Qualifications: Social Work qualification, registration, and experience in children's services.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Contract: Locum
Sector: Children's Services / Adoption & Permanence
The Role
In this position, you will take the lead in progressing children's plans for adoption from the earliest stage, ensuring a structured and child-centred journey to permanence. Key responsibilities include:
- Taking ownership of a child's journey from the point adoption is identified as a potential outcome
- Working collaboratively with fieldwork teams when care plans are being twin tracked
- Completing Child Permanence Reports (CPRs) and Sibling Assessments during court proceedings
- Providing detailed, analytical reports outlining a child's needs based on their lived experiences
- Supporting adopters with high-quality information to inform matching decisions
- Leading on matching, introductions, and placement support
- Acting as allocated social worker from Placement Order through to Adoption Order, ensuring children are fully supported throughout
About You
To be considered, you will have:
- Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration
- Strong experience within children's services (adoption/permanence experience desirable)
- Confidence in court work and high-quality report writing (CPRs essential)
- Excellent analytical skills and a child-focused approach
- Ability to manage complex cases and support families through change
Locum Permanence Social Worker Leicester Adoption Role employer: Caritas Recruitment
Join our Family Help Team in Herefordshire, where we prioritise a supportive work culture that empowers Children's Social Workers to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. With flexible working arrangements, ongoing training, and wellness programs, we are committed to your professional growth and well-being, ensuring you thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable communities.
