Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner to join the Fostering Team (Carer Assessment Team) for Barnet Council.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Undertake viability assessments of family and friends for children requiring permanency.
* Complete full Special Guardianship (SGO) assessments and Connected Carer assessments.
* Prepare detailed and high-quality Court reports to support care planning and permanency decisions.
* Work directly with children and families, ensuring thorough and timely assessments.
* Contribute to achieving permanency outcomes through kinship and connected care arrangements.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with statutory requirements.
* Apply a strong understanding of fostering regulations, kinship care, and relevant legislation.
Working Pattern:
* Hybrid working
Pay Rate:
* Up to £39.04 p/h Umb
Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* Minimum 3 years' experience in children's social care
* Extensive experience completing Kinship Assessments (Viability, SGO, Connected Carer assessments)
* Experience preparing Court reports
* Social Work England Registration
* Strong knowledge of fostering regulations and permanency planning
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout
Please apply with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.
Please contact me on (phone number removed) or K.Dsouza@ (url removed)
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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