Adoption Support Team (Cumbria)

Posted 12 hours 45 minutes ago by Randstad Care

£45 Hourly
Contract
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Cumbria, United Kingdom
Job Description
Social Worker: Adoption Support Team (Cumbria)

Role: Qualified Social Worker

Team: Adoption Support

Location: Cumbria (County-wide coverage)

Rate: £45.00 per hour + £100 weekly expenses

Duration: 9 months (Minimum)

Hours: Full-Time

Make a Lasting Difference in Adoptive Journeys

Are you an experienced Adoption Social Worker looking for a meaningful, long-term placement? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Adoption Support Team in Cumbria for a minimum of 9 months.

This role is essential in providing stability and expert guidance to children and families throughout the post-adoption phase. Covering the beautiful region of Cumbria, you will be a mobile and vital resource for families across the county.

Your Responsibilities

  • Post-Adoption Support: Deliver tailored support to children and families who request assistance following an adoption order.

  • Matching & Placement: Guide and support adopters through the critical matching process and throughout the placement phase.

  • Training & Group Work: Develop and deliver specialized training for adopters and facilitate group work sessions for adopted children.

  • Access to Records: Manage and deliver "Access to Records" and intermediary services for adopted adults.

  • Expert Collaboration: Act as a key team member, sharing in-depth knowledge with stakeholders and professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Requirements

  • Experience: A minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience specifically within an Adoption setting.

  • Registration: Current registration with Social Work England.

  • Travel: Ability and willingness to travel across the whole of Cumbria to meet family needs.

  • Commitment: Available for a full-time contract for a duration of at least 9 months.

The Offer

  • Competitive Pay: £45.00 per hour (aligned with regionally agreed levels).

  • Additional Support: £100 weekly expenses to assist with travel and regional coverage.

  • Stability: A guaranteed 9-month contract in a specialized and rewarding field.

How to Apply

If you have the required adoption expertise and are ready to support families across Cumbria, please submit your CV today.

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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