An exciting Consultant Social Worker opportunity has arisen in the Corporate Parenting Service. This role will manage and have responsibility of a Permanency Social Work Unit (of 3 – 5 staff members), ensuring a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of Special Guardians, Connected Carers and temporary approved carers in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines.
You must hold a Social Work England recognised social work qualification or equivalent, be registered with Social Work England. Substantial social work experience working with Foster Carers, Special Guardians and temporary approved carers in a Permanency Team is an essential requirement for the role.
We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, committed and passionate leader, who will bring comprehensive knowledge and skill-base to the challenge of working with connected carers, temporary approved carers and Special guardians and have a sound knowledge of fostering, special guardianship and child protection legislation. Ideally, you would have experience of managing a Permanency Team.
You will also be expected to be committed to the Council’s core values of public service, quality, anti-racism, equality, empowerment and to demonstrate this.
Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. As part of our journey to be Anti-Racist, at Hackney we want our workforce to represent the community we serve, that’s why we encourage applications from Black and Global Majority Ethnic backgrounds.
You must hold a Social Work England recognised social work qualification or equivalent, be registered with Social Work England. Substantial social work experience working with Foster Carers, Special Guardians and temporary approved carers in a Permanency Team is an essential requirement for the role.
We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, committed and passionate leader, who will bring comprehensive knowledge and skill-base to the challenge of working with connected carers, temporary approved carers and Special guardians and have a sound knowledge of fostering, special guardianship and child protection legislation. Ideally, you would have experience of managing a Permanency Team.
You will also be expected to be committed to the Council’s core values of public service, quality, anti-racism, equality, empowerment and to demonstrate this.
Hackney is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. As part of our journey to be Anti-Racist, at Hackney we want our workforce to represent the community we serve, that’s why we encourage applications from Black and Global Majority Ethnic backgrounds.
Our vision is to make Hackney a place for everyone. Where all our residents, whatever their background, have a chance to lead healthy and successful lives; a place of which everyone can be proud, with excellent services and public spaces, thriving businesses, and strong communities; a place that celebrates diversity, and where everyone can feel valued, included, and involved.
It is an exciting time to be working in Hackney as we are embedding our practice model of Systemic, Trauma informed and Anti-Racist practice. We are an innovative borough where we collaborate to support change for the children and families we work for and for each other. You will change and develop while working in Hackney and we will be behind you every step of the way. So, why don't you find yourself in Hackney?
Retention bonus for social workers in Children in Need and Access and Assessment Services- £1500 every 6 months.
Ad hoc parking permits available for social workers when required to use a vehicle for their role.
We prioritise the development and growth of staff and have reviewed and updated our ASYE programme of support, to ensure a structured learning programme that understands the journey of the child and utilises protected time.
Celebration and appreciation opportunities including a World Social Work Week thank you event and our Coffee Connection networking events.
A dedicated Race Equality and Inclusion team working to embed active anti-racist practice and support staff’s anti-racism journey.
Monthly group supervision for collaboration and support when things feel stuck
As well as our Council-wide benefits:
Generous holiday allowance – 27 days a year, rising to 32 after five years
Unrivalled pension scheme
Flexible working options
Family friendly policies
A range of discounts, including subsidised gym membership and local eating
Access to financial and season ticket loans
Health and wellbeing benefits, such as lunchtime fitness classes
A comprehensive training and development offer
We are a member of Cycle Scheme and offer free pool bikes
Email our recruitment team for more information on this role at cfs.recruitment@hackney.gov.uk