Location: Sunderland, UK
Salary: £34,834 – £44,428 per annum + £1,239 car allowance + 2% monthly R&R bonus
Hours: Full-time (37 hrs/week) & Part-time (25.5 hrs/week) roles available
Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
Employer: Together for Children (on behalf of Sunderland City Council)
Make a Real Impact – Join an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Children’s Services Team
Are you a qualified and experienced Social Worker looking to relocate to the UK or continue your professional journey in an award-winning service? Together for Children, rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2021), is now hiring for our Kinship Team. We welcome international applicants and offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for qualified candidates.
About the Role
As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker in the Kinship Team, you will be responsible for conducting viability assessments, kinship carer assessments, Special Guardianship Order (SGO) assessments, and providing post-order support. The team sits within the broader fostering service, which was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2022).
What You’ll Do
- Undertake viability and kinship carer assessments
- Complete SGO assessments and post-order support
- Support and advise kinship carers
- Work within Signs of Safety model (training provided)
- Contribute to improved outcomes for children and families
- Engage in trauma-informed practice and ongoing professional development
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience
- Current Social Work England registration
- Commitment to child-centred, creative, and transparent practice
- Experience in fostering, kinship, or child and family assessments is desirable
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Benefits
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible international applicants
- Competitive salary: £34,834 – £44,428
- Additional benefits:
- £1,239 Essential Car User Allowance
- 2% Recruitment & Retention monthly bonus
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and agile working policy
- Extensive in-house training, including Signs of Safety and Trauma-Informed Practice
- Free on-site parking
- Comprehensive health & wellbeing support
- Inclusive culture supported by employee networks (Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces)
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Social Work qualification proof
- Professional registration number (Social Work England)
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