Permanence Childrens Social Worker - PERMANENT

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Job Title: Children's Permanence Social Worker

Location: Oldham Council

Salary: £36,648 - £40,221 per annum + £2,000 retention payment

Contract: Permanent

Vacancies: 10

Description:

Oldham Council is looking for passionate and committed Social Workers to join our Permanence Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing stable, loving, and long-term homes for children and young people. As a Permanence Social Worker, you will work to ensure that children in care receive high-quality support and achieve the best possible outcomes. You'll be part of a supportive and enabling workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.

Responsibilities:

1. Undertake assessments and care planning for children and young people in care.
2. Develop and implement permanence plans that support stability and long-term outcomes.
3. Work closely with foster carers, adopters, and connected carers to ensure the best placement matches.
4. Advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making.
5. Prepare and present reports for reviews, courts, and multi-agency meetings.
6. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support.

Requirements:

Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.

Experience: At least two years' post-qualification experience, ideally within safeguarding, child protection, or permanence.

Skills: Strong assessment, planning, and decision-making skills.

Knowledge: Understanding of child development, attachment theory, and permanency planning.

Other Requirements: Ability to travel across Oldham.

Why Join Us?

Financial Benefits:

1. £2,000 retention payment
2. £500 essential car user allowance + 45p per mile mileage
3. Up to £8,000 relocation package
4. Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees

Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing:

1. Hybrid working (home & office)
2. Flexible working & TOIL (time off in lieu)
3. Free town centre parking
4. Discounted gym membership & staff discounts
5. Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development:

1. Clear progression pathways
2. Comprehensive training & CPD opportunities
3. Staff recognition & celebration events

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on (phone number removed) or email me your CV - (url removed).

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly into our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.