Salary: £42,839 to £44,075 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Kendal or Barrow
Contract: Permanent
About this opportunity
Cumberland Council is seeking a Level 3 Social Worker to join our dedicated Kinship Team. In this role, you’ll work closely with children, families, and carers to assess complex needs, build strong relationships, and develop tailored support plans that prioritise stability and positive outcomes for children in kinship care.
The team is responsible for undertaking Regulation 24 assessments, kinship carer dual assessments and supporting kinship carers. Within the role you would contribute to permanence planning and ensure children’s needs remain central and work closely with multi‑agency partners to ensure safe and stable arrangements for children. You would also support the delivery of training, development, and reflective practice sessions.
We’re looking for a qualified social worker (Social Work Degree/CQSW/CSS/DipSW) registered with Social Work England, with at least three years of post‑qualification experience in children’s services. You’ll bring a deep understanding of permanence planning, trauma‑informed practice, and multi‑agency collaboration.
Why join us?
* Relocation support may be available for this role, subject to eligibility.
* A lifestyle you won’t find elsewhere – living and working in Cumbria provides an outstanding quality of life.
* Supportive environment – a team that values collaboration, compassion, and innovation, with opportunities for professional development.
Who we’re looking for
Individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative.
We also seek those who share our commitment to growth and positive change.
Eligibility
* Registered with Social Work England.
* At least three years of post‑qualification experience in children’s services.
Benefits and Support
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Professional development support.
* Diversity and inclusion commitment: Disability Confident Leader and Age Friendly Employer.
DBS Checks
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Please indicate if you require reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process.
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