Permanent Fostering & Adoption Panel Advisor - Southend

Permanent Fostering & Adoption Panel Advisor - SouthendLocation: Southend-on-SeaSalary per annum: £53,460 - £58,959 per annumWorking Arrangements: Hybrid Working AvailableBenefits: Relocation Package Available (up to £8,000)Pertemps are seeking an experienced Fostering & Adoption Panel Advisorto join Southend's Children's Social Care service on a permanent basis.Key Duties:

• Provide professional advice and guidance to Adoption and Fostering Panels.
• Coordinate all panel arrangements, ensuring meetings are effectively planned and managed.
• Ensure panels run smoothly and that all actions, recommendations, and reports are completed within required timescales.
• Maintain the central list of panel members, ensuring sufficient capacity to meet service demands.
• Oversee the approval process for foster carers and support early permanence decision-making.
• Promote and support a range of family placement options, including fostering, adoption, and permanence arrangements.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to achieve positive outcomes for children.
• Ensure panel processes comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and best practice standards.
• Support high-quality family placement services through effective panel governance and oversight.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of fostering and adoption services.

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Extensive experience within fostering and adoption services.
• Strong knowledge and experience of Adoption and Fostering Panel processes, including Panel Advisor responsibilities.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in performance management and quality assurance within Children's Services.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fostering legislation, regulations, and statutory guidance.
• Experience working with children and families, preferably within a management or leadership capacity.
• Ability to build effective relationships with service users, social care professionals, senior managers, and partner agencies.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Committed to achieving positive outcomes and permanence for children and young people.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £53,460 - £58,959.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Minimum requirement of 2 days per week on-site.
• Relocation package of up to £8,000.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and forward-thinking local authority environment.

Please note that Southend City Council does not offer sponsorship for overseas candidates.Please apply online or reach out to me on or