Assistant Kinship Team Officer
Grade 5 (SCP 17-22) £30,060 - £32,654 per annum, plus an Essential Car User Allowance of £1,239 per annum
Permanent Full Time: 37 hours
Interview date: 10 July 2025
Join Our Outstanding Company
This is your opportunity to join our ‘Outstanding’ Company and make a difference! We are proud that Together for Children Sunderland was rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2021, recognizing our stable, well-supported, and talented workforce committed to improving children’s outcomes. Join us and continue our outstanding journey!
About the Role
This is an exciting time to join the Kinship Team within an Ofsted-rated Outstanding, Independent Fostering Agency - Together for Children Fostering Sunderland. Established in April 2017, we provide fostering and kinship carer services for children and young people in Sunderland. We aim to innovate and improve outcomes for children and families, especially those under Special Guardianship Orders.
Candidate Profile
We seek a skilled, experienced non-qualified worker with a passion and drive to support children and young people in Sunderland. The main responsibilities include managing the duty service, supporting kinship carers and Special Guardians post-Order, and promoting ongoing support to children and their families.
Team and Benefits
You will work within an experienced, supportive team established in 2019, focusing on kinship care services. We provide laptops and mobile phones for flexible working. A career progression scheme, underpinned by professional development, is available. The role requires travel, a valid driving license, and access to a car.
Application Process
CVs are not accepted. If you do not hear from us within six weeks after the closing date, please assume your application was not shortlisted. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require a DBS check.
Inclusivity and Support
We are committed to supporting diverse communities across Sunderland and fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued. We collaborate with various employee networks, including Menopaus Network, Accessibility Network, LGBTQ+ Network, Racial Equality Network, Armed Forces Network, and Menopause Network.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have a disability, please contact our Accessibility Network Chair at EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk for support during recruitment and employment.
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