Sutton Council - Social Worker - Adoption
- Posted 18 June 2019
- Salary £30 - £32 per hour
- LocationSutton
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Social Care
- ReferenceLORNA_1560864800
- Contact NameLorna Burner
Job description
The London borough of Sutton "is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work" - Ofsted
Ofsted announced in February 2017 that the provision of children's services in Sutton has been rated as 'Good'. The Adoption and Permanence Team is responsible for the recruitment, training and assessment of prospective adopters, family finding for Sutton children who have a plan for adoption and for the assessment and provision of adoption support needs and services for those affected by adoption. The Team also assesses Regulation 24 foster carers (connected persons) and provides special guardianship assessments to the court. The team benefits from the work of two designated post adoption and post special guardianship support workers.
The offer:
A modern and flexible working environment for their staff allowing you to work flexibly from multiple locations, remotely from your mobile/tablet using Google Mail and Apps which are a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. Manageable caseloads and a culture of strong management and autonomy. The offer includes:
- A competitive rate
- Manageable caseloads
- Professional development
- Commitment to training
- Car parking available
- Mileage reinbursment
- Supportive supervision