Job Description
Work Base: Trent Bridge House, West Bridgford, NG2 6BJ
Salary: £39,152 - £44,075 per annum
Type of vacancy: Fixed Term
Work pattern: Full Time
Duration (Months): 12
Hours per week: 37
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification: JDPS.pdf – 379KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework: Tier 7b
Number of posts: 1
Interview date: 11/12/2025
Closing Date: 19 November 2025 23:55
Key Responsibilities
This post is within the Adoption Support Service and we are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Social Work England registered social worker who has at least 3 years post qualifying experience, with excellent interpersonal and assessment skills. You will need to evidence an awareness and understanding of the lifelong nature of adoption; the skills and attributes required to adopt as well as the ongoing need for adoption support services throughout the life course for adoptive families caring for children who have a background of developmental trauma.
As a worker, you will be instrumental in supporting families and carrying out holistic assessments in partnership with the family and professionals to identify their needs and determine the most appropriate plan of support. You will also support our programme of core services, including information and resource sharing, co‑delivering peer support opportunities and learning events.
You will be expected to contribute to improving outcomes for all our children and families and understand the concept of safeguarding children within adoption.
You will need to be highly organised, flexible, and able to build excellent interpersonal relationships with service users and colleagues alike. We have a supportive team environment, and you will have the opportunity for peer reflection as well as regular supervision.
Qualifications
Social Work England registered social worker with at least 3 years post qualifying experience.
Excellent interpersonal and assessment skills.
Awareness and understanding of the lifelong nature of adoption and the on‑going need for adoption support services throughout the life course for adoptive families caring for children who have a background of developmental trauma.
IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Valid driving licence and access to a car (or a taxi service will be provided where disability precludes this).
Other Information
If you would like an informal chat, please contact team manager Sarah Fletcher on 0115 8040181.
EEO & Diversity Statement
Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. Nottinghamshire County Council is designated as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation, encourage applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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