Children’s Social Worker
Team: Adoption
Location: Knowsley
Rate: £35 p/h
Adoption in Merseyside (AiM) in the Regional Adoption Agency for the Merseyside region covering Knowsley, Sefton, Liverpool and Wirral.
AiM provides all statutory adoption functions including recruitment and assessment of adopters, family finding for children and adoption support.
Responsibilities:
1. Prepare and assess potential adopters.
2. Provide training and report writing.
3. Attend AiM Adoption Panel.
4. Support adopters with children placed.
5. Work within an experienced adoption recruitment team.
6. Work 36 hours per week, with agile working implemented.
7. Collaborate with Local Authority Social Workers.
Minimum Requirements:
* DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
* Social Work England registration
* Enhanced and in date DBS certificate
* Excellent communication skills and ability to make informed decisions
* Ability to work independently and within multi-agency setups
* Knowledge of service needs
* Competent IT skills for electronic file/recording systems
* Ability to write clear, concise, and robust assessments/reports
* Flexible approach to work and hours when needed
Why Ashberry?
* Dedicated experienced Consultant providing support through your job search.
* Weekly Payroll.
* Simple online registration process with guidance available.
* Friendly compliance team to assist with registration and placement.
* Essential Enhanced DBS provided.
* £250 Referral bonus.
If you feel this is the role for you, please get in touch as we would love to hear from you!
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