Social Worker - Kinship Team - CMB1371Re

Salary: £41,511 - £42,708 per annum

Hours: 37

Location: Countywide

Contract: Fixed term 12 months

About Us
Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.

At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.

We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!

About This Opportunity
The successful person will be required to assess Kinship Carers under the Regulation 24 legislation, complete fostering assessments in a time critical manner and present to the Fostering Panel in line with the fostering regulations.

The role also includes providing supervision and support to approved connected persons carers. As a developing service, there will also be opportunities to deliver support groups and training.

The successful applicant will need to be a team player, demonstrate enthusiasm, an ability to work on their own initiative and to engage with applicants and approved carers. The ability to complete high quality assessments to tight deadlines is essential, this is a fast-paced team where good organisational skills and an ability to respond at short notice are key to the role.

Cumberland Council Staff Benefits
Pay

• As a real living wage paying employer we offer competitive rates of pay
• Our pay scales are nationally agreed and come with a national annual pay review*
• A range of allowances to recognise times where you're available out of hours if we need you, or where you take on extra responsibilities beyond your role.

Pension

• Opportunity to join a generous defined benefit pension scheme to secure your future (most employees are part of the Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Opportunity to boost your pension with Additional Pension Contributions which will increase your annual defined benefit amount

Holidays

• 25 days holiday per year when you start, rising to 31 days holiday per year after 5 years of service
• 8 public holidays

Flexible Working

• Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work remotely from home supporting a culture that fits around you*
• A flexi-time scheme where you could vary your start and finish times and also build up 3 days flexi-time and take up to 2 flexi days off per month*

Application and Interview information
Closing date: 23 February 2025

Interview date: TBC

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

DBS Checks
Conducting Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks is integral to our commitment to creating a safe and secure environment for our staff and the communities we serve. These checks play a crucial role in safeguarding, ensuring that individuals with appropriate qualifications and character are entrusted with roles where they may have access to children and vulnerable people.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s & Adults Barred List check.

We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.