Adoption Social Worker

2 days ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Barnardo's Full time
Job Title: Adoption Social Worker

Barnardo's Adoption Midlands and South West is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join its team, working predominantly in the South West region. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Recruit, assess, and approve adoptive families to meet the needs of waiting children.
  • Match children's needs with the skills of suitable adopters.
  • Provide excellent training, guidance, and support to adopters, including managing staying in touch arrangements with birth families.
  • Work directly with adoptive families, promoting a trauma-informed approach and helping build and maintain family relationships.
  • Contribute to Barnardo's commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Requirements:
  • Qualified and registered Social Worker.
  • Full current driving license and use of a car with business use insurance.
  • Ability to participate in an out-of-hours helpline rota.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight stays.

Barnardo's values equality of opportunity and work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements to support employees' needs.


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