We are an established Voluntary Adoption Agency, recently rated as ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED. We provide the opportunity to work in a specialised area of social work where the rewards include a flexible work life, high quality support and supervision and a commitment to making a positive difference to children’s lives.


FAMILY FINDING SOCIAL WORKER
DEVON/CORNWALL
Salary up to NJC SCP 36 currently £30,011p.a

Families for Children Adoption Agency has a vacancy for a qualified, experienced full-time social workers to find families who will provide a safe and loving home for children from Local Authority care, based either in Buckfast, Devon or home-based in Cornwall.

We are looking for a creative, committed and energetic candidate to join our already highly experienced and motivated team of social workers.

The post will concentrate on the assessment and preparation of adoptive parents, matching them with children, and providing high quality support after placement.

You will need to demonstrate good communication skills, be diplomatic, empathetic and show sensitivity in all aspects of the role. Post qualifying experience is essential.

In return you will be working for an established Voluntary Adoption Agency with high standards and a competitive edge. You will have an opportunity to work in a specialised area of social work and the rewards will include a flexible work life, high quality support and supervision and a commitment to making a positive difference to children’s lives.

Applicants will be subject to an Enhanced CRB check and must be a car driver/owner.

For an informal discussion please contact Caroline Davis or Graham Pellew on 01364 645480.

Closing date 1st March 2012
Interviews: 14th March 2012


Please download the following as Microsoft word documents

Application form
Equal Opportunities monitoring form
Pension details

Social Work Practice Manager
Person specification
Job description

Statement of Purpose

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