Social Worker
Opus People Solutions Ltd
Cambridge, GB
Job Title: Social Worker - Children In Care Hourly Rate: £38 Work Pattern: Hybrid (1 day a week in the office) Location: Ely The Role The Children In Care team work with children of all ages that are in care. They may be finding adoptive placements for them, or supporting long term fostering plans. There will also be some complex young people in residential care, and a group that we are supporting to return home to family members. We are highly aspirational for our children in care, and would expect workers to promote good health, educational achievement and developing positive relationships as the key foundations to a successful future. Key Requirements The Children in Care team work with children of all ages that are in care, carry a caseload and progress care plans for them. Finding adoptive placements for them, or supporting long term fostering plans. There will also be some complex young people in residential care, and a group that we are supporting to return home to family members. Will need to have excellent skills in direct work with children and young people, and be committed to robust and timely permanence planning for all these children. Teams consist of a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner and Social Workers. We would welcome applications from a diverse range of workers to enhance our existing workforce, and continue the work to promote positive outcomes for young people. Skills & Experience Recognised professional Social Work qualification Relevant 3 Years post qualifying experience Current Social Work England registration Essential Car driver with full UK licence. The closing date for completed applications is: 6th May 2025 (Midnight)