Adoption Social Worker
£45 per hour
Play a vital role in supporting children waiting for adoption and ensuring they have a safe and loving forever home. Duties are multifaceted, involving direct work with children and families, administrative tasks, and collaboration with other professionals.
Duties :
*Evaluate the child’s physical, emotional, and social development, and identify any concerns or challenges.
*Establish a strong rapport with the child, creating a safe and supportive space for open communication.
*Represent the child’s interests and ensure they have access to appropriate services and support.
*Prepare children for adoption
*Provide ongoing support to the child throughout the adoption process, offering reassurance, guidance, and emotional support.
*Assess children’s needs and circumstances to determine the most appropriate adoptive family. This involves gathering information about the child’s:
*Carefully match children with adoptive families based on their assessed needs and the adoptive family’s experience, resources, and capacity to provide support.
*Support both the child and the adoptive family during the legal process of adoption, ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly and all necessary steps are taken.
*Monitor the adopted child’s well-being, ensuring they are thriving in their new home and receiving the appropriate support.
*Meticulously document all interactions, assessments, and interventions in the child’s file, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
*Provide information to the court about the child’s circumstances and the adoption process.
*Respond to any concerns about the child’s welfare, conducting investigations and taking appropriate action to protect the child.
*Advocate for the child’s best interests throughout the adoption process, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard.
Qualifications / Requirements
*Degree in Social work
*Registered with social work England
*Clear and Enhanced DBS
*Full Driving License
Why work for Randstad :
*Dedicated Consultant to help with your recruitment needs
*Twice weekly Payroll
*Refer a friend bonus
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