Agency/Panel Advisor

2 weeks ago

Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hampshire County Council Full time £48,948 - £54,423 per year

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC622478

Salary Range: £48,948 - £54,423 per annum, plus Market Supplement of £1,600 per annum

Work Location: Glen House, Swanwick

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 2 November 2025

The Role:

We're looking for an experienced and passionate Team Manager to join our forward-thinking and innovative Regional Adoption Agency, Adopt South, and play a vital role in shaping the future for children and families across the region. At Adopt South, we're committed to making decisions that are child-focused, evidence-informed, and informed by best practice. Our teams work collaboratively to continually improve the services we offer, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, loving, and permanent family.

What you'll do:

As Agency/Panel Advisor, you'll lead the team responsible for the smooth coordination and delivery of our adoption panels. You'll also take on the critical role of Agency Advisor, providing expert oversight and guidance to ensure panels are well-prepared, compliant, and effective.

You'll also:

  • Use your professional insight to influence outcomes for children, carers, and families
  • Support and guide panel members and chairs to ensure high standards and consistency
  • Gather and act on feedback to help shape and improve our services
  • Bring proven leadership experience and a collaborative, solution-focused approach

What we're looking for:

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with substantial post-qualifying experience in children's social work, particularly in adoption and permanence. You'll bring strong assessment skills, a deep understanding of the needs of children and families, and the ability to work confidently across multi-agency settings.

We're looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a sound understanding of child protection legislation, and a genuine drive for personal and professional development. Above all, you will be determined to make a difference for both the service and the children who need it.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Additional Information:

Agency/Panel Advisor Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Anne Cooper, Adopt South Service Manager on or

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

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