Senior Social Worker - Kinship Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Kinship Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Ealing, London, UK
Salary: £39.04 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Senior Social Worker - Kinship Team within Social Worker - Children in Ealing, earning £39.04 hourly. This ongoing full-time opportunity offers hybrid working and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families through high-quality kinship support and assessment work.

Based at Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, London W5 2HL, this rewarding role sits within a supportive and forward-thinking team environment. If you are an experienced Social Worker with a passion for kinship care and achieving positive outcomes for children, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Benefit from a stable full-time role that allows you to fully engage with your caseload and professional development.
• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a flexible blend of office-based and remote working, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn an attractive rate of £39.04 per hour, reflecting your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Development: Access opportunities to enhance your skills, knowledge, and career progression within a supportive service.
• Locum Flexibility: Experience the variety and professional growth that locum work can provide while maintaining ongoing employment.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced colleagues committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families.

What you will do

• Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to identify strengths, needs, and support requirements.
• Complete kinship assessments and contribute to permanency planning for children.
• Develop, implement, and review tailored support plans for kinship carers and children.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, partner agencies, and multidisciplinary professionals to provide coordinated support.
• Offer expert guidance, advice, and practical support to kinship carers, helping them navigate complex situations.
• Advocate for children and ensure their wishes, feelings, and lived experiences remain central to decision-making.
• Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and documentation in line with statutory requirements.
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation, policies, and best practice relating to children's social care and kinship arrangements.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes and ensure children remain safe and supported within their family networks.

Why Ealing

Ealing is one of West London's most desirable boroughs, known for its vibra