Adoption Social Worker

ADOPTION SOCIAL WORKER

Part-time 30 hrs per week, based at our North Devon Office

Salary Scale NJC 30 - 39 (£26,556 - £34,196 fte), based on experience

We are seeking to appoint a creative, committed and experienced adoption social worker. The post will focus on the recruitment, assessment and preparation of adoptive parents, placing children and providing high quality support after placement.  

You will need to be able to work to clear timescales, have good communication skills, be diplomatic, empathetic and show sensitivity in all aspects of the role. Post qualifying experience is essential.

In return you will be working for an established Voluntary Adoption Agency with high standards and a competitive edge.  You will have an opportunity to work in a specialised area of social work and the rewards will include a flexible work life, high quality support and supervision and a commitment to making a positive difference to children's lives.

Families for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Full information for this post, including an application form, can be found on our website by clicking the apply button.

For an informal discussion please phone Jim Fitton, Practice Manager (North Devon) on 01271 612004 or Jakki Parsons, Deputy CEO on 01364 645480

Closing Date: Friday 7^th April, noon

Interview date: Monday 24^th April

Interviews will be held at our North Devon office