At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct vital assessments for kinship carers and support children and families.
- Company: Suffolk County Council, dedicated to positive outcomes for children.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Engaging role with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in Children's Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
About the Role
Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Adoption and Kinship Team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a specialist service, undertaking vital assessments that support permanence planning and positive outcomes for children and families.
The role offers flexible hybrid working, with the ability to work from home when not visiting prospective carers.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake home visits across the region and attend team days in the office on Wednesdays.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive Kinship Assessments of prospective kinship carers within their home environments.
Produce high-quality assessments, reports, and recommendations to support decision-making and court care planning.
Assess the suitability of family members and connected persons who wish to care for children unable to remain with their birth parents.
Work closely with children, families, carers, legal professionals, and partner agencies throughout the assessment process.
Contribute to permanence planning for children through evidence-based assessments and recommendations.
Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with statutory requirements and local procedures.
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and service development activities.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Experience within Children's Social Care,...
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