Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker - Permanence Team
Location: Oldham
Hourly Rate: £35.00 per hour

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Permanence Team in Oldham. This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to securing stable, long-term placements for children and young people, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake comprehensive assessments to determine the best permanence plan for children, including adoption, long-term fostering, and kinship care.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans to ensure they meet the individual needs of each child.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals to support the permanence process.
• Provide direct support and guidance to children and their carers throughout the permanence planning and placement process.
• Participate in and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including panel meetings and care planning reviews.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with statutory requirements and organizational policies.
• Offer support and mentoring to less experienced team members as needed.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in permanence planning, adoption, or long-term fostering within a statutory setting.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, carers, and professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £35.00.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Skills Required

• COMMUNICATION
• Management