Childrens Social Worker – Kinship

  • 31st Aug 2025 Gateshead
  • Locum Children’s Social Worker – Kinship Team
    Gateshead Council

    Gateshead Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join thier Kinship Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dedicated team focused on supporting children and their kinship carers within a well-established local authority. As a key member of the Kinship Team you will work under the guidance of the Interim Kinship Team Manager and be responsible for:

    Supervising kinship carers
    Completing Connected Persons Assessments and Regulation 24 Assessments
    Conducting Foster Carer Reviews
    Contributing to the delivery of support services for kinship placementsRequirements
    Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
    Proven experience in children’s social care ideally with a focus on kinship care or fostering
    Strong assessment, report writing and interpersonal skills
    Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environmentContract Details
    Locum/Agency Contract
    £27.56 per hour (via umbrella)
    Based in Gateshead (hybrid working may be considered)Join a team that is passionate about securing the best outcomes for children and young people. Send me an email (url removed) or call me on (phone number removed).

    Service Care Solutions also offer an excellent referral bonus of £350.00

    Job Info

  • Job Title: Childrens Social Worker – Kinship
  • Location: Gateshead
  • Post Date: 31st Aug 2025
  • Close Date: 1st Oct 2025
  • Job Salary: £21.70 - £27.56 per hour
  • Job Hours: Full Time
  • Job Contract: Contract
  • Company: Service Care Solutions
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