Children's Social Worker - Kinship Assessment 🌟
📍 Exeter (Any Devon County Council office considered)
🕘 Mon-Fri | 09:00-17:00
💷 Up to £38.00 per hour (Umbrella)
🔎 About the Role
Join Devon CC's Kinship Assessment Team, completing high-quality assessments for Court and Fostering Panels, while supporting kinship carers through temporary approval and regular supervision. This is a rewarding role within a vibrant, child-focused service that values strong, restorative practice.
🧠 Key Responsibilities
📄 Complete robust Kinship & Fostering assessments for Court and Panels.
🤝 Support temporary carers with supervision, guidance & ongoing contact.
🛡️ Advocate for children & young people across Devon.
🧒 Model high-quality social work aligned with statutory responsibilities.
🔍 Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and fostering standards.
🗂️ Maintain accurate recording, planning & documentation.
🚗 Cover caseload allocations and visit children as required.
✨ Skills & Experience Needed
🎓 Social Work qualification + SWE registration
✔️ ASYE completed
🧩 Experience in social care, multi-agency work & court settings
📚 Knowledge of fostering regulations, children's legislation & practice models
✍️ Strong written & verbal communication skills
🗂️ Excellent assessment & recording abilities
🚗 UK driving licence + access to a car
What happens now?
If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post
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