Adoption Social Worker

Adoption Social Worker 

Position: Adoption Social Worker
Location: Staffordshire
Rate: £33.30 per hour
Type: Agency Position

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for adoption? We are seeking an Adoption Social Worker to join our team in Staffordshire. This agency position offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to be part of a transformative initiative that positively impacts the lives of children and families across the region.

About the Role:

You will work within the Together4Children Partnership, the Regional Adoption Agency for partner Local Authorities. Together, we strive to:

• Recruit, Assess, and Support: Leverage our collective resources to identify and support prospective adopters and foster carers across the region.
• Improve Matching: Enhance the quality and speed of matching children with families through better planning and a broader selection of adoptive families.
• Provide High-Quality Support: Deliver comprehensive support to children and their adoptive families through direct services and effective partnerships.
• Ensure Consistent Permanency Support: Offer a unified permanency support service across the region, ensuring every child and family receives the right support at the right time.
• Meet Regulatory Requirements: Adhere to all regulatory standards related to adoption, including Non-Agency Adoptions and Intercountry Adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and assess prospective adopters, ensuring thorough evaluations and preparation.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency teams to ensure timely and effective matching of children with adoptive families.
• Provide ongoing support to adoptive families, addressing their needs through a range of services.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the regional permanency support offer, ensuring consistency and high standards across the region.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements in relation to adoption, including Non-Agency Adoptions and Intercountry Adoption.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate of £33.30.
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.
• Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Contribute to an innovative regional adoption partnership with a focus on best practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in adoption social work or a closely related field.
• Strong assessment, matching, and support skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency framework.
• Knowledge of current adoption legislation and regulatory requirements.
   

Contact Emily Cooper at 07902 371 315 or email ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com for more information.