Do you believe every child deserves to grow up surrounded by love, family, and a sense of belonging? We are expanding our Connected Carers Service, doubling in size over the next 12 months from two teams to four. This growth means more children staying within their family networks, more stability, and more opportunities for lifelong connections. We are looking for social workers who have completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment to join our growing Service.
What is involved?
You will assess new Connected Carers, offer advice and supervision to existing Connected Carers, discuss potential training opportunities, and ensure they have the support they need to care for the children who live with them. Our practice is driven by the belief that Connected Carers help children remain with people they know and trust when they cannot live with their parents. We use the "how we practice in Durham guide" and the Kinship Care Statutory Guidance, with the Signs of Safety model guiding evidence‑based assessment and Liquid Logic supporting our work.
* Have completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.
* Have experience of analysis, assessment and building respectful partnerships.
* Be a wonderful communicator with experience of building positive relationships with children, young people and families.
How we support you
We are passionate about social work in County Durham and are committed to providing a culture where good practice can flourish. You will receive high quality professional supervision, a comprehensive induction and access to our strong learning and development offer.
Benefits
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years' continuous local government service), a contributory local government pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements including hybrid working where applicable. If you are relocating, removal, lodging and separation expenses of up to £8,000 may be available if you live outside County Durham and are more than 30 miles away.
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