Social Worker Fostering Kinship Assessment Team - Wigan

Reference: 3397262030_1745928897

Join Wigan Council's Fostering Service - Kinship Assessment Team
Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Kinship Assessment Team within Wigan Council's Fostering Service. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a supportive team focused on assessing and supporting family and friends carers.

Key Responsibilities
* Undertake viability assessments and Regulation 24 assessments
* Complete Form K assessments in line with statutory guidance
* Support the overall process of kinship care placements and ensure assessments are evidence-based and child-centred
* Work collaboratively with children's social care, legal services, and fostering panels
* Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for court and panel where necessary

Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration.
* Driving license and access to own vehicle.

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV Mayur Rabari at m.rabari @edenbrownsynergy.com or call on 0114 700 3804

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us up to £300
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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£35 - £35
Per hour
Up to GBP35.00 per hour

Wigan

Temporary

Added 29/04/2025
Reference: 3397262030_1745928897

Social Worker Fostering Kinship Assessment Team - Wigan

Wigan
Temporary

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