Qualified Social Worker | Adoption AIM

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for a part time role?

Do you have experience in Adoption?

Do you have a passion for supporting Children?

Yes?

Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Adoption team with AIM on a full-time basis for an initial 6 month basis. This will be offering a fantastic pay rate of £35 per hour.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Mileage reimbursement
• Supervision
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• One committed and dedicated point of contact
• An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply)
• A full range of free training available
• Access to free financial and healthcare advice
• Access to 100's of discounts through the Happi App

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with children, adoptive families, and professionals to ensure a smooth adoption process, promoting the best outcomes for all involved.
• Carry out detailed assessments of prospective adopters, ensuring they meet the necessary criteria for adoption and are able to provide a safe, nurturing environment for a child.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to adoptive families throughout their adoption journey, from initial enquiry through to the adoption panel and post-adoption stages.
• Work with local authorities and adoption agencies to identify and match children with suitable adoptive families, ensuring the best possible fit for the child's emotional, developmental, and physical needs.
• Prepare detailed reports, including Prospective Adopter Reports (PARs) and Child Permanence Reports (CPRs), to be presented at the adoption panel.
• Attend and present cases at adoption panels, advocating for the best interests of both the child and prospective adopters.
• Offer post-adoption support services, including therapeutic support, advice on managing transitions, and helping families navigate challenges that may arise after placement.
• Ensure that the safety and well-being of children are prioritized at all stages of the adoption process, in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Facilitate or contribute to training sessions and workshops for prospective adopters to help them understand the complexities and challenges of adoption.
• Liaise with other professionals including local authorities, health professionals, schools, and therapists to ensure a holistic approach to the child's well-being and integration into their adoptive family.
• Keep up-to-date and accurate case notes on all assigned cases, in line with legal and organizational requirements.

Requirements:

• Social Work Degree or equivalent
• Social Work England registered
• Enhanced DBS

Experience:

• Children

If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on 0330 024 8775 otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.

Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please call 0330 024 8775 and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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