Social Worker (Adoption Team)
Company: Powys County Council Salary: £42,123 to £44,253 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Llandrindod Wells, LD1 5LG Working pattern: Hybrid - 2 days remote Job type: Permanent Posting date: 28 Oct 2026 Closing date: 22 Nov 2026
Location - North Powys - Newtown or Welshpool
Adoption Team
About the role:
As an adoption social worker, you will be assessing perspective adoptive parents, family finding for children in need of an adoption placement and providing adoption support to birth families, adoptive families and children.
About you:
- An awareness of the adoption process
- Experience in carrying out assessments to a high standard
- Flexibility, an ability to be organised and work to deadlines
- Work within a team, providing support when needed
- A passion and interest for supporting the best outcomes for children
What you will do:
- Initially meet and if appropriate, assess perspective adoptive parent(s) - Complete assessments and present at meetings
- Family find for children in need of an adoptive placement by working with other practitioners and using resources to secure placements in a timely manner
- Attend meetings integral to children and their families
- Provide post adoption support as part of the wider team
- Work as part of the wider adoption collaborative
This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check
See PCC website for the job desccription
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Social Worker (Adoption Team) in Llandrindod Wells employer: Powys County Council
Powys County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative economic and climate initiatives in one of Wales' most beautiful regions. With a strong commitment to sustainable growth, employee development, and a collaborative work culture, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Powys while enjoying agile working arrangements and the chance to make a lasting impact through major international events. Join us in creating a legacy that benefits our communities and environment for generations to come.
