Social Worker

| Salary £36,363 - £40,778 per annum  | Fixed Term until May 2026, Full Time 37 hours per week | Lancashire & Blackpool |

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Social Worker | Adoption, Lancashire & Blackpool - Recruitment & Assessment 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grade 8 Social Worker, to join the Recruitment & Assessment Team within Adoption, Lancashire & Blackpool, on a temporary basis. The role will be based in Preston, however travel will be required across the county as needed. 

About Us...

On 01 April 2020, Blackpool Council and Lancashire County Council formed a Regional Adoption Agency (RAA): Adoption Lancashire and Blackpool. Lancashire County Council are the host authority for the RAA, which provides a comprehensive service to families across the region. The RAA delivers the following services on behalf of the partner Local Authorities: Recruitment & Assessment of adopters; Adoption Support & Family Finding.

About the role...

As a Recruitment and Assessment Social Worker, you will be involved in the recruitment, assessment and support of prospective adopters, until an Adoption Order is granted.

Your key duties will involve but are not limited to:

• Provide Information to prospective adopters, through events.
• Complete assessments.
• Deliver training, both pre-approval and post-approval, to adopters ensuring that they are prepared. 
• Participate in the matching process and supporting adopters once children are moved into their care.
• Provide continued support to families, post-placement.

About you...

As a Recruitment and Assessment Social Worker, we're looking for the following qualities and attributes:

• Qualified social worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience supporting children and families in complex situations.
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of child development and relevant legislation.
• Ability to manage caseloads, work in partnership, and value diversity.
• IT literate and committed to continuous professional development.
• Approachable, trustworthy, and dedicated to improving outcomes for children.
• Full driving licence and access to a car for business use.

For full details of the role, please refer to the job description & person specification linked below:

Job Description & Person Specification

If you would like to be part of a progressive and nurturing service, we want to hear from you

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

How to apply...

Please click the 'Apply Now' button below to submit your application.

We ask that you have attached the following:

• Supporting Statement
• CV

For further information, or an informal discussion please contact Team Manager, Louise Attewell:

Closing Date: 29th December 2025

Interviews: 7th & 8th January 2026

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with the Social Care Council. For Social Worker/Care Manager positions where non social worker qualifications are accepted, registration is not required, and you will be appointed as a Care Manager.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.