Social Worker - Fostering, Adoption, Kinship, After Care, Children with Disabilities and Unpaid Carers Team £45 per hour + free accommodation
Location:
Orkney Contract:
Temporary, Full-time Pay:
£45 per hour + free accommodation Working Pattern:
Flexible arrangements may be available Seven Resourcing are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a specialist Children and Families team in Orkney. This is a full-time temporary position offering a competitive hourly rate alongside accommodation support, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking both professional development and a unique working environment. In this role, you will work across a range of services including fostering, adoption, kinship care, aftercare, children with disabilities, and support for unpaid carers, contributing to high-quality, person-centred social work practice. Key Responsibilities of the Social Worker: Undertake comprehensive assessments across fostering, adoption, kinship, and children's services Support children, young people, families, and carers through tailored care planning Manage a varied caseload across multiple service areas Contribute to permanency planning, including adoption and long-term care arrangements Carry out safeguarding assessments and contribute to child protection processes Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies Maintain accurate and timely case recordings and reports Participate in meetings, reviews, and case conferences Promote positive outcomes, stability, and wellbeing for children and families Applicant Requirements: Qualified Social Worker (BA/MA/BSc/MSc in Social Work, CQSW, or DipSW) Registered with the SSSC Minimum 2 years' post-qualifying experience in children and families social work Experience across fostering, adoption, kinship, or related services is highly desirable Strong understanding of child protection legislation and frameworks Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain) Ability to work independently in a remote or island-based setting Full UK driving licence (and ability to travel locally where required) Working with Seven Resourcing Join Seven Resourcing and benefit from over a decade of expertise in connecting professionals with exciting career opportunities. With more than 3,000 five-star reviews, an excellent Trustpilot rating, multiple awards, and strong relationships with top UK employers in both public and private sectors, we o