Children's Social Work Specialist
2 weeks ago
About Us
">We're on an exciting journey of cultural change at Devon County Council, continuing to embed relational ways of working. We believe that for most families, the family home is the best place for children to live and thrive.
Our Kinship Assessment Service plays a key role in supporting Devon as a corporate parent for children and young people who cannot live with their own families.
Comprised of three teams covering various areas, the Kinship Service assesses kinship carers, special guardians, and connected carers, working towards securing the best possible outcomes for children and young people in our care.
About the Role
You will be responsible for the preparation of assessments for both Court and Fostering Panels, supporting carers granted with Special Guardianship Orders, and those where Devon was the responsible authority.
This challenging and rewarding role places children and families at the centre of everything we do, providing robust assessments that support permanent decisions for children.
About You
You will model social work practice that is of a high standard, advocating for the children and young people of Devon. Your skills and experience include:
- A social work qualification and registration with Social Work England
- Satisfactory completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- Experience of working within social care, including a multi-agency and court environment, with knowledge of fostering regulations
- A high-level of written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to build effective professional relationships with children, families, and other professionals
- Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models, and theories relevant to children's social work
- Exceptional recording and planning skills
Estimated salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum.
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