Social Worker | Adoption - Recruitment & Assessment Team | Lancashire & Blackpool
Posted 5 days ago
Salary: £36,363 - £40,778 per annum | Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 37 hrs per week | Location: Lancashire & Blackpool
International Sponsorship: This role is not open to international sponsorship.
Role Overview: We have an exciting opportunity for a Grade 8 Social Worker to join the Recruitment & Assessment Team within Adoption, Lancashire & Blackpool, on a permanent, full‑time basis. The role will be based in Preston, with travel required across the county as needed.
About Us: On 01 April 2020, Blackpool Council and Lancashire County Council formed a Regional Adoption Agency (RAA): Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool. Lancashire County Council is the host authority for the RAA, which provides a comprehensive service to families across the region. The RAA delivers the following services on behalf of the partner Local Authorities: Recruitment & Assessment of adopters; Adoption Support & Family Finding.
About The Role: As a Recruitment and Assessment Social Worker, you will be involved in the recruitment, assessment and support of prospective adopters, until an Adoption Order is granted.
* Provide information to prospective adopters through events.
* Complete assessments.
* Deliver training, both pre‑approval and post‑approval, to adopters to ensure they are prepared.
* Participate in the matching process and support adopters once children are moved into their care.
* Provide continued support to families, post‑placement.
About You: We are looking for the following qualities and attributes:
* Qualified social worker with Social Work England registration.
* Experience supporting children and families in complex situations.
* Strong assessment, report‑writing, and communication skills.
* Knowledge of child development and relevant legislation.
* Ability to manage caseloads, work in partnership, and value diversity.
* IT literate and committed to continuous professional development.
* Approachable, trustworthy, and dedicated to improving outcomes for children.
* Full driving licence and access to a car for business use.
Applications: Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below to submit your application. Kindly attach the following:
* Supporting Statement
* CV
Closing Date: 29th December 2025
Interviews: 7th & 8th January 2026
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.
Legal statements
* The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’.
* You must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with the Social Care Council. For Social Worker/Care Manager positions where non‑social worker qualifications are accepted, registration is not required, and you will be appointed as a Care Manager.
* You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.
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