Adoption Social Worker — Hybrid Role in Islington

London Social Work for Children; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional adoption agency is looking for qualified Social Workers to join their Adoption Support team. Responsibilities include providing support to adoptive families, arranging therapeutic support, and managing complex written assessments. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in children's social work and be registered with Social Work England. The role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive pay, along with extensive learning and development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pay with London Living Wage

Excellent local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum 2 years experience in children’s social work teams.
• Understanding challenges related to adoption and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adoptive families, adopted adults, and birth families.
• Arrange therapeutic support and case work.
• Access and share adoption records.

Skills

Qualified social worker

Experience in front-line children’s social work

Understanding of permanency arrangements

Empathy for families and adopted people

Experience in undertaking complex assessments

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

A regional adoption agency is looking for qualified Social Workers to join their Adoption Support team. Responsibilities include providing support to adoptive families, arranging therapeutic support, and managing complex written assessments. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in children's social work and be registered with Social Work England. The role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive pay, along with extensive learning and development opportunities.