Social Worker – Kinship Team in Stockport, UK earning £35.00 Hourly, Ongoing, Part Time. This exciting opportunity invites you to dive into the rewarding world of kinship work, ensuring that children are given the best start in life through nurturing family-based care arrangements. Joining our dynamic team in Stockport, you will have the flexibility of part-time work while making a significant difference in the lives of children and families. This role not only offers the chance to advance your career in social work but also provides the flexibility that locum work brings, allowing you to balance professional commitments with personal life.
Perks and benefits
* Part Time: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with part-time hours that suit your lifestyle.
* Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive hourly rate that reflects your skills and dedication.
* Professional Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continued professional development and learning.
* Enhanced Support: Benefit from robust support systems and professional networking within a well-respected local authority.
* Flexibility: As a locum worker, experience the freedom and variety that comes with choosing which assignments to take on.
What you will do
Undertake kinship and connected persons assessments, including viability assessments and full fostering assessments in accordance with statutory guidance.
Support and monitor kinship placements, ensuring carers meet the needs of children and comply with fostering standards.
Contribute to care planning and permanence planning, promoting stability and long-term outcomes for children.
Prepare high-quality reports for fostering panels, including detailed assessment reports and review documentation.
Person Specification
Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent).
Evidence of continued professional development.
Registered with Social Work England.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks, including the Children Act 1989, Fostering Services Regulations 2011, and Care Planning, Placement and Case Review Regulations.
Enhanced DBS clearance.
Stockport provides a wonderful backdrop for both your personal and professional life. With its thriving community, rich history, and proximity to the vibrant city of Manchester, working in Stockport as a social worker offers a fulfilling career with plenty to explore and enjoy in your free time. Join us in making a real difference while experiencing all that this welcoming locality has to offer.
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