Job Advertisement: Adoption Social Worker
Post title: Adoption Social Worker
Service area: Adopt London North, Regional Adoption Agency (RAA)
Grade: P03
Reports to: Adoption Team Manager
Your team: Adoption Support / Family Finding / Recruitment & Assessment
Salary Range: £44,862 - £48,063 per annum
Our Ambition:
We're determined to make Islington fairer. To create a place where everyone, whatever their background, has the opportunity to reach their potential and enjoy a good quality of life. We aspire to be the best council in the country, with every employee clear about their role and inspired to give their very best.
Our Values and Behaviours:
At Islington, we value collaboration, ambition, resourcefulness, and empowerment (CARE). We're committed to tackling inequality, racism, and injustice, creating a workplace free from discrimination. Fairness is at the heart of our mission, and we celebrate and embrace our differences.
Work Style:
This role involves office-based and remote work, as well as client visits in various settings. Occasional weekend and evening work may be required for training or meetings.
Primary Job Function:
As an Adoption Social Worker in the RAA, you'll contribute to our vision of providing secure relationships for children and young people through adoption. Your role will involve recruitment, assessment, family finding, and providing adoption support services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments of prospective adoptive parents and provide analytical reports within statutory timescales.
- Participate in recruitment activities and deliver training for prospective adopters.
- Facilitate permanence planning for children and family finding for adoptive placements.
- Provide expert mentoring, advice, and support to adoptive families and birth families.
- Facilitate contact between children/young people and their birth families where appropriate.
- Build effective relationships with children, families, and professionals, prioritizing child protection.
- Communicate clearly and sensitively with diverse stakeholders, tailoring communication styles as needed.
- Produce well-argued, jargon-free reports and case notes.
- Stay updated on relevant legislation, research, and best practices in adoption and social work.
Person Specification:
- SWE recognized social work qualification.
- Good understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding practices, and research.
- Demonstrated ability in relationship-building and direct work with children and families.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of child development, trauma, and its impact on families.
- Ability to assess and address issues related to mental health, substance misuse, and domestic abuse.
- Competence in conducting assessments, making decisions, and planning interventions.
- Familiarity with legal and youth justice systems.
- Capacity for reflective practice and effective supervision.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
Special Requirements:
This role requires registration with Social Work England and enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If you believe you meet the essential criteria and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families through adoption, we encourage you to apply.
Application Deadline: 7th April
To Apply: Contact Phil Puaca at Ackerman Pierce, ,